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got the bug

ADJECTIVE
ill
Synonyms
STRONGEST
afflicted ailing diseased infirm poorly woozy
STRONG
down
WEAK
a wreck below par bummed down with feeling awful feeling rotten feeling terrible indisposed laid low off one's feet on sick list out of sorts peaked queasy rotten run down running a temperature sick as a dog under the weather unhealthy unwell
Antonyms
STRONGEST
healthy
WEAK
good sound strong well

Example Sentences

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Munoz Case found Amari’s first vintage piece at the Rose Bowl Flea Market and got the bug, going back every month to pick up something to add to his little’s wardrobe.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

"I had every intention of coming home after Sydney but I've got a bit more time now and I've got the bug, which is a bit of a surprise."

From BBC • May 4, 2025

But Dejoie, growing up in Los Angeles, got the bug, and started pursuing acting and modeling at 17.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 23, 2023

Russell Mael: Not much specifically plot-wise, but we got the bug about doing a big narrative project again after the "Annette" experience.

From Salon • May 28, 2023

I suppose an intellectual woman—and for all Claire's hate of her ancestors, she's got the bug herself.

From Plays by Glaspell, Susan

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