The transitional state of consciousness between wakefulness and sleep, often accompanied by vivid imagery, auditory experiences, or sleep paralysis.
Example: Experiencing dream-like images, hearing voices, or feeling unable to move while falling asleep, which can be frightening but is generally harmless.
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