sore throat

noun

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

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Children and teens, people with breathing conditions and those who are working or playing for an extended amount of time outdoors are most at risk for adverse symptoms, the agency says, including shortness of breath, sore throats, coughing, wheezing and fatigue. Chris Shaffer, CBS News, 9 June 2026 Symptoms include fever, chills, headache, malaise, fatigue, anorexia, myalgia, chest discomfort, cough, sore throat, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 8 June 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for sore throat

Word History

First Known Use

1629, in the meaning defined above

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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 17 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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