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as in sickness
a disturbed condition of the stomach in which one feels like vomiting
symptoms include fever accompanied by a loss of appetite and nausea
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as in disgust
a dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness
such graphic scenes of senseless violence fill me with nausea
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Recent Examples of nausea
Consumers with food allergies should stop eating the product and should seek medical attention or use emergency medication such as epinephrine for any reactions or symptoms, including hives, skin rash, itching or tingling mouth, coughing, trouble breathing, nausea, facial swelling, or anaphylaxis.
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2025
The blow fractured his temporomandibular joint, damaged his inner ear, and resulted in a two-year bout with almost constant pain and nausea.
—Gillian Telling, People.com, 4 Aug. 2025
He was transferred to Hospice Austin's Christopher House, where his nausea and pain are being managed.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Inflammation in the stomach can lead to trouble in the upper end: nausea and vomiting as well as loss of appetite.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2025
The blow fractured his temporomandibular joint, damaged his inner ear, and resulted in a two-year bout with almost constant pain and nausea.
—Gillian Telling, People.com, 4 Aug. 2025
He was transferred to Hospice Austin's Christopher House, where his nausea and pain are being managed.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Inflammation in the stomach can lead to trouble in the upper end: nausea and vomiting as well as loss of appetite.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nausea
Noun
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Minor gastrointestinal discomfort is probably the most common symptom; however, pathogens that may cause only minor sickness in some people may cause serious conditions or death in others, especially in the very young, old, or those with weakened immune systems.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Although Perrin had experienced sickness with her previous pregnancies, this one hit differently.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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One skeptical spectator who leaves in disgust suffers an accident while driving away, presumably caused by the petulant master’s psychic powers.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
3 Aug. 2025
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Nabers threw his helmet to the ground in disgust when Wilson ended a two-minute drill with a prayer that sailed over the receiver’s head into the hands of a leaping Nubin just inside the back line.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
1 Aug. 2025
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The Republican Party has nothing positive to say about any person, place or thing that Trump disparages in his rants of hatred.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Aug. 2025
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However, Kelly’s hatred towards Beyoncé is well-documented and the singer’s fans have noticed.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The horror film Weapons grants viewers some relief—but with a catch.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
15 Aug. 2025
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Timing is everything in comedy, and a new Scary Movie couldn’t arrive at a better time in theaters when horror movies have hit saturation this year.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Nausea.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nausea. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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