Why Do People Yawn When They’re Bored or Tired?

Yawning is when you open your mouth wide and take a big breath. People yawn more when they're tired or bored because it helps them feel more awake. When you see someone yawn, you might start yawning too, like how some people catch colds just by being near others who are sick.

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Examples

  1. A student yawns during class because they're tired from not sleeping well.
  2. You start yawning after seeing your friend yawn in the middle of a meeting.
  3. Your dog yaws while lying on the couch after a long nap.

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