jet lag
noun
: a condition that is characterized by various psychological and physiological effects (such as fatigue and irritability), occurs following long flight through several time zones, and probably results from disruption of circadian rhythms in the human body
Temporary fatigue, drowsiness, and loss of concentration are typical symptoms of isolated bouts of jet lag …—
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I had bad jet lag after that last trip overseas.
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With a record-breaking 24 races in the F1 schedule, this year held in 21 countries across five continents, varying time zones and jet lag are an obstacle pro drivers must factor into their prep prior to take off — in addition to their practices, mechanic meet-ups and race day responsibilities.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 24 Nov. 2024
Members of the first team squad appear back at the training facilities in drips and drabs, some nursing jet lag from globetrotting flights around the world.
—Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
Traveling for work often presents an endless array of distractions from reaching fitness goals — tight schedules, jet lag, unfamiliar environments.
—Jahan Marcu, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
Still, struggling to get a good night’s sleep affects many adults, whether because of stress, jet lag, a new baby, adjusting to a new work schedule, or poor mental health.
—New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2024
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Skyler Caruso, People.com, 24 Nov. 2024
Members of the first team squad appear back at the training facilities in drips and drabs, some nursing jet lag from globetrotting flights around the world.
—Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
Traveling for work often presents an endless array of distractions from reaching fitness goals — tight schedules, jet lag, unfamiliar environments.
—Jahan Marcu, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
Still, struggling to get a good night’s sleep affects many adults, whether because of stress, jet lag, a new baby, adjusting to a new work schedule, or poor mental health.
—New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2024
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jet lag
noun
: a condition that is characterized by various psychological and physiological effects (as fatigue and irritability), occurs following long flight through several time zones, and probably results from disruption of circadian rhythms in the human body
called also jet fatigue
jet-lagged
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