as in to hurl
to discharge the contents of the stomach through the mouth
the children with the flu vomited every time they tried to eat something
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Recent Examples of vomit
Green Bay also lost two fumbles and vomited on themselves during multiple special teams plays.
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Matt Schneidman, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
Most listeriosis infections are limited to the digestive system, with symptoms including diarrhea and vomiting developing within 24 hours of consuming contaminated food.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
Clean and disinfect surfaces with a household bleach solution immediately after someone vomits or has diarrhea.
—Maia Pandey, Journal Sentinel, 19 Dec. 2024
After coming under the organization's care, Pudding vomited chicken bones and onions — foods hazardous to dogs, according to The Straits Times.
—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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Matt Schneidman, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
Most listeriosis infections are limited to the digestive system, with symptoms including diarrhea and vomiting developing within 24 hours of consuming contaminated food.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
Clean and disinfect surfaces with a household bleach solution immediately after someone vomits or has diarrhea.
—Maia Pandey, Journal Sentinel, 19 Dec. 2024
After coming under the organization's care, Pudding vomited chicken bones and onions — foods hazardous to dogs, according to The Straits Times.
—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vomit
Verb
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Its job is to create a barrier against the wind, reduce heat loss, and protect you from rain, snow, or whatever else the environment hurls at you.—
Angela Haupt,
TIME,
14 Jan. 2025
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Tom Brady once hurled an electronic tablet in frustration.—
Thomas Lake,
CNN,
13 Jan. 2025
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Even my pantyhose and my legs were disgustingly puked all over.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
12 Jan. 2025
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Her second prank ended up with Ubah puking up Jenna Lyon’s perfect pavlova (not a euphemism).—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
12 Nov. 2024
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On a fourth-and-10 with 3:15 to play and the Rams up just four points, Arizona quarterback Kyler Murray heaved a deep pass to rookie receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., who jumped for it at about the 1-yard line but instead it was intercepted by Rams rookie safety Kamren Kinchens.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
The Athletic,
29 Dec. 2024
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Limos provide a front-row seat to the hysteria as hoards of humanity heave themselves at the windows, mouths agape in shock or screams.—
Jordan Runtagh,
People.com,
6 Dec. 2024
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In one interview, the member of the staff even gags from thinking about eating the raw meat.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
14 Jan. 2025
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Watch for signs of smoke irritation, such as: Coughing or gagging Difficulty breathing or increased breathing rate Eye irritation or excessive watering Fatigue, disorientation, or loss of appetite If pets exhibit any of these symptoms, consult a veterinarian immediately.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
8 Jan. 2025
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Birdsong left a reminder last night that despite being spotted a 4-0 lead, rookie pitchers in unchartered territory can barf things up real quick - like 7 runs in 2 innings.—
Andrew Baggarly,
The Athletic,
7 Aug. 2024
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My initial reaction after reading this story was, of course, to barf just a little bit in my mouth.—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside Online,
16 Oct. 2024
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By a weird coincidence, the young woman loudly retching in the next bed had, too.—
Joseph Epstein,
Newsweek,
10 Dec. 2024
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Shortly afterward, he was seen retching in a field.—
Heidi Blake,
The New Yorker,
29 July 2024
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“Vomit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vomit. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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