COUGHS UP Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

coughs up

verb

present tense third-person singular of cough up

as in relinquishes

to give (something) over to the control or possession of another usually under duress finally got my brother to cough up the dough he owed me

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Recent Examples of coughs up Each room coughs up its contents like a kid with consumption. — Marni Jameson, Arkansas Online, 29 Aug. 2025

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Could this be the anarchic mind that emerges when the ego relinquishes its hold?

— Michael Pollan, The Atlantic, 26 Jan. 2026
If a player chooses not to negotiate with the Panthers, that player will be unable to sign elsewhere, unless Carolina relinquishes his rights by not offering him a tender.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 11 Jan. 2026

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Modern life renders traditional digital detoxes impractical, as smartphones are essential for work, banking, and daily tasks.

— Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Aside from the gorgeous photos of Clooney’s shiny hair, reviewers with all types of hair confirm the shampoo renders great results.

— Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 18 June 2026

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As Italy’s longest river, the Po delivers plenty of nutrients to the lagoons — both from natural sources and from human activities like farming — that provide a surplus of food for sea critters, including blue crabs.

— Kasha Patel, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
This slip-in pair goes on hands-free, while the memory foam insole delivers cushioning for optimal comfort.

— Erin Cavoto, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2026

Definition of delivers

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One of the best turns in Blue Roses comes when Ciba allows the argument to outgrow Williams himself.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 June 2026
Stepping Back from Netflix One of the more interesting turns in McGee’s story is her decision to walk away from Dream Home Makeover after four seasons.

— Esha Chhabra, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

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