cough

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"It stings the nose, makes you cough and have a runny nose, and makes you unable to breathe... We were forced to leave the house because we couldn't take it anymore."

From BBC • Jul. 8, 2026

On Sunday, they pleaded with passersby and motorcyclists to keep quiet as they tried to listen for any sound of life—a cry for help, a cough or heavy breathing—from people under the rubble.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

Those who find extensive damage to their roofs might be stuck between two options: File an insurance claim, which could trigger a premium increase, or cough up the cash for the necessary repairs or replacement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

People should monitor for one to three weeks after potential exposure for symptoms including fever, cough, runny nose, rash or red eyes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026

He had lost twenty-six pounds over the previous few months and had a chronic cough accompanied by chest pain.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French