Be/go down with something

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phrase

To start to suffer from an illness, especially one that is not serious.

I think I'm going down with a cold.
Visual representation of "be/go down with something" - To start to suffer from an illness, especially one that is not serious

Often appears as...

  • go down with the flu
  • go down with a fever
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Temporary Illness

The phrase is often used for illnesses that are short-lived and not too severe.

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Sorry, I can't join you for dinner; I've gone down with the stomach bug.
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Colloquial Use

It's common in casual conversation, but not in formal or medical contexts.

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Many people in our office are going down with the flu these days.
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Not for Injuries

Used for diseases or infections, not for physical injuries like a broken leg.

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I may not attend the party; looks like I'm going down with a fever.
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