stiff neck

Example Sentences

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The inflammation from meningitis typically triggers symptoms such as headache, fever and a stiff neck.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Initial symptoms of meningitis include headache, fever, drowsiness and a stiff neck -- but those are symptoms of different illnesses and can hamper prompt diagnosis.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Saffanah, from Stockton-on-Tees, fell ill in January after complaining of a stiff neck and light sensitivity, and within 24 hours she was in an induced coma.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2025

The first symptoms of EEE are a fever, stiff neck, headache and lack of energy.

From Salon • Aug. 29, 2024

I smell fresh bread and turn my stiff neck to find Peeta looking down at me with such a sad expression.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins