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In bed vs On bed

Both 'in bed' and 'on bed' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'In bed' is used to indicate being under the covers or lying down for sleep or rest, while 'on bed' is used to indicate being physically on top of the bed without necessarily being under the covers or lying down.

Last updated: March 23, 2024

In bed

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate being under the covers or lying down for sleep or rest.

Use 'in bed' when referring to being under the covers or lying down for sleep or rest. It implies being in a horizontal position on the bed.

Examples:

  • I like to read a book in bed before going to sleep.
  • She was feeling unwell, so she spent the whole day in bed.
  • I stayed in bed all morning because it was raining outside.
  • Well, Luce is in bed with Juan Trippe at Pan Am.
  • We all know the FDA is in bed with the Biotech industry.
  • In bed, I listen to the police calls.
  • In bed in one minute or she'll resign.
  • And when all the family's In bed and asleep
  • "You will flourish in the world of finance." In bed.
  • The doctor said you must stay in bed.
  • The children should be in bed.
  • I'd like to bring you breakfast in bed.
  • Likely rain, followed by suicide in bed.
  • Everyone knew Muldano and Boyette were in bed together.
  • She says her niece is in bed.
  • I hear her sobbing in bed at night.
  • Don't move then, lay in bed.
  • I want a stuffed alligator to sleep in bed with me.
  • You're already in bed with someone else.
  • Unless you're planning to have him sleep in bed with you.
  • Just looking to understand better the people I'm in bed with...
  • I'm in bed every night by that time.
  • You're in bed with the devil.

Alternatives:

  • lying in bed
  • under the covers
  • resting in bed
  • sleeping in bed
  • relaxing in bed

On bed

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate being physically on top of the bed without necessarily being under the covers or lying down.

Use 'on bed' when referring to being physically on top of the bed, such as sitting, standing, or placing objects on the bed.

Examples:

  • I left my clothes on the bed.
  • The cat likes to sleep on the bed during the day.
  • She sat on the bed while putting on her shoes.
  • My receptionist is on bed rest.
  • I thought you were on bed rest.
  • Bailey needs hands on bed four.
  • I said the patient on bed 12.
  • Subject: EU and WHO regulations for chemicals used on bed nets
  • If not, can the Commission explain why it considers that these substances should still not be used on bed nets?
  • We need a set of Coags on bed 17.
  • Mary's on bed rest now, but otherwise we're great.
  • I'm getting a strep culture on bed nine and discharging Mr.Benton.
  • Which is why... I am putting you on bed rest for the remainder of your pregnancy.
  • Now, Zed's on bed rest, and Chas is playing family man, so, if you don't mind, leave me to it.
  • He's stable, but on bed rest.
  • Dr Reid, do an ABG on bed four without waking him.
  • I am seeing a doctor on bed for the first time.
  • The baby's okay, but she should stay on bed rest for the next few days.
  • It's partially separated, so they put me on bed rest.
  • I'm stuck here on bed rest until the baby's born.
  • It should be, but she's going to need to go on bed rest.
  • We're starting her on blood thinners so she'll be on bed rest for the remainder of the pregnancy.
  • if her doctor had put her on bed rest?

Alternatives:

  • on top of the bed
  • sitting on the bed
  • standing on the bed
  • placing items on the bed
  • using the bed as a surface

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