sniffle

Example Sentences

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However, once the coronavirus began to spread, many wondered if presenteeism would wane as the public grew more fearful of those with a cough or sniffle — but that didn’t seem to last long.

From Salon • Feb. 15, 2024

She said it began with a "sniffle and a little cough" and he died just a week later.

From BBC • Aug. 7, 2023

After more than two years of pandemic life, many people are familiar with the worry and fear that can be triggered by a sore throat, sniffle or fatigue: Do I have covid-19?

From Washington Post • Jun. 17, 2022

Seattle Pro Musica, on the other hand, requires masks and proof of vaccination for both rehearsals and concerts and is urging members to stay home if they have so much as a sniffle.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 9, 2022

She started to sniffle, and I patted her back like she was a lost puppy.

From "The Lions of Little Rock" by Kristin Levine