hangover

Example Sentences

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After last year's tumultuous win, which gave the 36-year-old the career Grand Slam at the 11th attempt, there was a discernible hangover in the majors that followed.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The hangover from a rough loss has been compounded by a series of missed opportunities to make it right.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

In these tough times, some discount chains have been thriving, but California’s Grocery Outlet has been closing stores as it tries to remedy a hangover of overexpansion.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

It was a hangover from the mental and physical exertions spent over the whole Bethpage cycle.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

On Sunday morning, I’ve got this major emotional hangover.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy