flu season

noun

: the time of year, and especially the winter, when many people get influenza and other mild illnesses

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Experts say children as young as 6 months old should get a flu shot every year, ideally in early fall, to stay protected during flu season. Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 7 July 2026 Although the typical flu season ends by February or March, people can become infected at any time. Luis Martinez, ABC News, 18 June 2026 Dispose of Expired Medications Appropriately Many people stock up on over-the-counter medications to prepare for allergies or cold and flu season. Sherri Gordon, Health, 25 May 2026 With flu season coming to an end, new data shows that another highly contagious virus is appearing throughout Northern California. Noe Padilla, USA Today, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for flu season

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“Flu season.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flu%20season. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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