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Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Zonked

What does it mean?

Completely exhausted or asleep.

Is it positive or negative?

Neutral — just describes being tired.

When do you use it?

When you’re so tired you can barely move or fall asleep quickly.

Examples

Example 1: I was zonked after the gym.

Example 2: He fell zonked on the sofa after work.

Question for you

When do you usually feel completely zonked?

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