sore throat

noun

: pain in the throat due to inflammation of the fauces and pharynx

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Most adults including pregnant people either have no symptoms or experience mild, flu-like illness such as fever, fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, sore throat, and muscle or joint aches. Dr. Megan Yanny, Boston Herald, 31 May 2026 Early symptoms include fever, headache, sore throat, fatigue and achy muscles. Jane Weaver, NBC news, 29 May 2026 The chemical is particularly tough on the human respiratory system and, depending on how much a person inhales, MMA can cause everything from sore throats and cough to dizziness, nausea and, at the highest levels, damage to the nervous system, Kleinman said. Sierra Van Der Brug, Oc Register, 23 May 2026 Save and freeze the leftover stock for soups, stews, sore throats, and more. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 23 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for sore throat

Word History

First Known Use

1629, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sore throat was in 1629

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“Sore throat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sore%20throat. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

sore throat

noun
: a throat that is painful because of inflammation

Medical Definition

sore throat

noun
: painful throat due to inflammation of the fauces and pharynx

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