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hangover

[hang-oh-ver] / ˈhæŋˌoʊ vər /


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The Rolling Stones were there to chronicle the impending hangover.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 10, 2026

The latter is the hangover from a peripatetic childhood defined and dominated by his charismatic father, a once-idealistic scholar whose dreams of a Arab utopia soured into authoritarian megalomania.

From Salon Jun. 27, 2026

But until these initiatives translate into sufficient profits, the tech giant’s historic market hangover is unlikely to clear.

From Barron's Jun. 25, 2026

After a month and a half of sunny vibes, the city was on the verge of its worst sports hangover in ages.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 11, 2026

On Sunday morning, I’ve got this major emotional hangover.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy

Recessions follow booms the way hangovers follow parties.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 5, 2026

As the entire country comes to terms with the monumental achievement - and the equally monumental hangovers - thoughts will inevitably turn to the finals themselves.

From BBC Nov. 19, 2025

Audiences have grown up with Bridget, aging alongside her and hitting the same benchmarks in marriage, children, death, hangovers and wrinkles.

From Salon Feb. 13, 2025

“Hydration supplements can replenish you when your fluid status is down — so after workouts, for hangovers or when you’ve been sick,” says Dr. Vijaya Surampudi, an endocrinologist, nutrition specialist and professor at UCLA.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 22, 2024

I’m guessing emotional hangovers feel a lot like actual hangovers.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas




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