sniffle

Example Sentences

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People might initially shrug off a little sniffle or a tiny sore throat.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 2, 2024

"Pastina is the cure for any cold, sore throat or sniffle," Ali Abene Dahlhaus wrote on Facebook.

From Salon • Jan. 11, 2023

“What could be a sniffle for them could end up putting your baby in the hospital.”

From Washington Post • Dec. 15, 2022

Seattle Pro Musica, on the other hand, requires masks and proof of vaccination for both rehearsals and concerts and is urging members to stay home if they have so much as a sniffle.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 9, 2022

He started to sniffle, and I figured if I didn’t cheer him up he’d either start bawling or chewing up my mattress.

From "The Titan's Curse" by Rick Riordan