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under the weather



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“My son couldn’t come today because he’s feeling a little under the weather with a fever,” said Porro, who dedicated his goal to the boy.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 15, 2026

In his opening remarks Friday night, Giuliani coughed and said, “My voice is a little under the weather, so I won’t be able to speak as loudly as I usually do.”

From Los Angeles Times May 3, 2026

Jones, 25, had knocked out Venus Williams in the first round despite feeling under the weather but struggled against Pegula.

From BBC Mar. 22, 2026

Being under the weather couldn't keep Morgan from keeping tabs on the team and his Knicks-branded phone case was visible in the photo.

From Salon Mar. 19, 2025

She said she was feeling under the weather.

From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin




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