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Cough

usgb/kɔːf/Volume
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Health Indicator

A 'cough' often suggests illness, used to show concern or sympathy.

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I hope your cough gets better soon.
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Describing Coughs

'Cough' can be qualified for specifics, like 'dry' for no mucus or 'wet' for lots of it.

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The dry cough has been bothering her all night.
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Disruption

A 'cough' can interrupt a quiet environment, often seen as polite to cover mouths.

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His loud cough disturbed the silence in the library.
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