as in to threaten
to remain poised to inflict harm, danger, or distress on
as long as the possibility of having to move again was hanging over them, the family couldn't really settle in
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Recent Examples of hangover
Henry Flynn, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Today, part of the reason for the apparent decline is that even after Trump’s pardons, far-right groups are still dealing with the hangover of January 6.
—Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 5 Aug. 2025
Nine times out of 10, a reluctant hero with a blue collar, hangover, and chip on his shoulder is going to be more interesting than an agent of the government.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 2 Aug. 2025
And yet, by the end of that story, the audience is left sitting with Maron’s feelings of fear and bafflement, which are buzzing through the joke like a directionless adrenaline hangover.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2025
Maybe Italy, who reached the semi-finals largely because of a kind draw, were the most reliant on one individual, 35-year-old Girelli, who feels a bit like a hangover from the days when nations had one superstar in the Birgit Prinz mould.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 29 July 2025
Unfortunately, Garner's Shalla-Bal is underwritten and underserved compared to the others, feeling more like a hangover from the spotty Phase Four and Phase Five MCU.
—Simon Thompson, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
Energy drinks and shots are juiced up with the ingredient, as are IV drips promising things like vitality and hangover relief.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 21 July 2025
But hey, what are the odds Notre Dame has another hangover season after playing for the national title?
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 11 July 2025
Verb
While that may ultimately ring true, the hangover—running into the Club World Cup where a rampant Paris Saint-Germain tore Real apart in the semifinals—is also a worthwhile guide.
—Henry Flynn, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Today, part of the reason for the apparent decline is that even after Trump’s pardons, far-right groups are still dealing with the hangover of January 6.
—Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 5 Aug. 2025
Nine times out of 10, a reluctant hero with a blue collar, hangover, and chip on his shoulder is going to be more interesting than an agent of the government.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 2 Aug. 2025
And yet, by the end of that story, the audience is left sitting with Maron’s feelings of fear and bafflement, which are buzzing through the joke like a directionless adrenaline hangover.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2025
Maybe Italy, who reached the semi-finals largely because of a kind draw, were the most reliant on one individual, 35-year-old Girelli, who feels a bit like a hangover from the days when nations had one superstar in the Birgit Prinz mould.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 29 July 2025
Unfortunately, Garner's Shalla-Bal is underwritten and underserved compared to the others, feeling more like a hangover from the spotty Phase Four and Phase Five MCU.
—Simon Thompson, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
Energy drinks and shots are juiced up with the ingredient, as are IV drips promising things like vitality and hangover relief.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 21 July 2025
But hey, what are the odds Notre Dame has another hangover season after playing for the national title?
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 11 July 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hangover
Verb
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But a rash of injuries threaten their strong start to the 2024 season and raise serious concerns about the challenging road ahead.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
14 Aug. 2025
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Over the past year, small-scale protests have occasionally taken place outside Villa Park and fans have threatened to hold walkouts during games.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Their corpses, reportedly decomposed and mauled by pigs, were not found for another three days, according to a police statement issued at the time.—
Christina Coulter,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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There was one dead roach under the margarita slushee machine, and 20 roach corpses on a sticky trap under a reach-in cooler.—
David J. Neal
August 1,
Miami Herald,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Their lunches are usually hot meals and leftovers from a healthy meal Lozano cooked for dinner the night before.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
12 Aug. 2025
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To prevent botulism, the CDC recommends refrigerating or freezing leftovers promptly after cooking, throwing away damaged or bulging cans, and following the USDA's guide to home-canning. 2.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
9 Aug. 2025
Noun
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These same groups later carried out many of the grisly sectarian massacres of Alawite civilians along Syria’s coastal Latakia province in March, which killed at least 1,479, mostly civilians, following attacks by remnants of the former Assad regime.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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In the summer of 2025, the Trumps swapped out one of the major remnants of the Kennedys' influence: the central lawn.—
Kyler Alvord,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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With Gordon out of the game, the Boston bats went quickly and quietly for nearly the entire remainder of the game.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
3 Aug. 2025
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For those who are charitably inclined, the after-tax amount of a traditional IRA distribution can generate lifetime income when it is used to fund a charitable gift annuity or charitable remainder trust.—
Bob Carlson,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Splendid Spoon’s smoothies are fresh, fruit-forward, and tasty—no weird aftertaste or artificial flavors.—
Betty Gold Kider,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
9 June 2025
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There’s something about that complex balance of sweetness and slightly bitter aftertaste that takes me back to Kentucky, where the cocktail is often served at outdoor barbeques or as a before – and sometimes after – drink at dinner parties.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Not only do hamstring setbacks tend to linger over time without proper extended rest, but the Giants won't get a chance to see Skattebo in action until the games count for something.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Aug. 2025
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Caffeine blocks adenosine receptors, while rest naturally clears adenosine from your system.—
Allison Palmer
August 19,
Sacbee.com,
19 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Incorporating lateral lunges into your routine targets multiple muscle groups, improving balance and coordination.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
12 Aug. 2025
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The acidity from the tomatoes and the sweetness from the corn balance the smokiness out nicely, as does the rich queso fresco and fresh cilantro.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Hangover.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hangover. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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