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out like a light 

1. unconcious (an elaboration of out)

2. fast asleep
Oh crap, he's out like a light.
out like a light by Light Joker January 19, 2006

Out Like A Light 

"Out Like A Light" is phrase used to expressed someone's state of sleep; usually exasperatingly tired and in complete deep sleep. It compares an individuals state to a light bulb going out and running its course for light display. If a lightbulb burns out, you can no longer use it. The phrase "Out Like A Light" exaggerates an individual or group's sleeping state through the comparison of a light bulb.
"Damn. They are out like a light, they didn't even hear the fireworks outside."
Out Like A Light by idkijustw0rkhere September 10, 2025