Snoring is like a loud whisper from your throat during sleep. When someone sleeps, their tongue and soft palate can relax and block the airway. This makes the air push through a narrow space, causing vibrations that sound like snoring. Some people snore because they are tired or have stuffy noses.
Examples
- A man sleeps on his back and starts snoring loudly because his tongue blocks the airway.
- A child with a stuffy nose snores softly through the night.
- A woman drinks wine before bed and snores more than usual.
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See also
- Why Do Some People ‘Snore’ and How Can It Be Reduced?
- Why Do Some People Snore More Than Others?
- What Causes ‘Sleep’ and Why Do We Need It?
- What Is the Purpose of ‘Sleep’ and Why Do We Need Different Stages of It?
- How Do Our Bodies Know When to Sleep and When to Wake Up?
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