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Definitions

sniffle

[snif-uhl] / ˈsnɪf əl /
VERB
gasp
Synonyms
STRONGEST
choke snort whoop
STRONG
blow convulse gulp heave inhale inspire pant puff respire wheeze
WEAK
catch one's breath fight for breath
VERB
snivel
Synonyms
STRONG
blubber complain fret shine sniff sob weep whimper

Example Sentences

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Anecdotally, it's not unusual to have a bit of a sniffle at work.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2025

“I got your card … ,” he said with a sniffle.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2023

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

From Salon • Jan. 11, 2023

When attending holiday get-togethers, require everyone to obtain a rapid coronavirus test the day of the gathering and stay away from family members with even a hint of a sniffle.

From Washington Post • Nov. 2, 2022

Benny tries his best not to sniffle, but he can’t hide the tears.

From "Free Lunch" by Rex Ogle