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coughing

VERB

expelling air with sound

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bark choke hack vomit whoop

STRONG

convulse expectorate hawk hem

WEAK

clear throat spit up

Example Sentences

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In the months ahead he would describe intermittent coughing fits and panic attacks.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

The disease is highly contagious and spreads through coughing or close contact with someone who is sick.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Smoke exposure during the fires also took a toll: 40% reported worsening respiratory symptoms, including coughing, shortness of breath and wheezing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Individually they were also under-powered, low on energy and coughing up basic errors.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

“Akira,” her father said, coughing so much he could barely speak.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz