Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com

coughing



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.

If inhaled at high levels, fumes can aggravate a person’s lungs, causing coughing, wheezing and chest tightness.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

In addition to eye, skin and breathing problems, MMA exposure can cause headaches, coughing and lethargy, according to the EPA.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

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

Once I told them what was going on, Daddy carried the girls, who were still weak and coughing, inside.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson



Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "coughing" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com