Showing results for coughing. Search instead for couvrons.

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

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

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

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 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

It can spread through coughing and sneezing, and remain infectious in the air up to two hours after an infected person has left a room.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

It was only in July 2023 that they finally took her to see a doctor following a fever and persistent coughing.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Boaz tried to take a deep breath and ended up coughing.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny