in the gut
Example Sentences
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The substances may also cause dysfunction in the gut microbiome.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
Researchers at the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine have uncovered new evidence that tiny particles created in the gut may contribute to inflammation and chronic diseases linked to aging.
From Science Daily • May 16, 2026
If it was Everton equalising there at the end, it would be pure ecstasy but the fact of City nicking a point from the jaws of defeat feels like a punch in the gut.
From BBC • May 4, 2026
Here, the big-budget sequel functions as bait: reel the people in, make them laugh, open their hearts and minds, then punch them in the gut.
From Salon • May 1, 2026
Hearing Paul’s voice on the recording hit Percy in the gut so hard, he could barely speak at the tone.
From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan
