Get, have, etc. the sniffles

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verb phrase

To start having a cold or other minor illness that makes you continually sniff.

John has the sniffles, he probably caught a cold.
Visual representation of "get, have, etc. the sniffles" - To start having a cold or other minor illness that makes you continually sniff

Often appears as...

  • catch the sniffles
  • develop the sniffles
verb phrase

To start having a cold or other minor illness that makes you continually sniff.

John has the sniffles, he probably caught a cold.
Visual representation of "get, have, etc. the sniffles" - To start having a cold or other minor illness that makes you continually sniff

Often appears as...

  • catch the sniffles
  • develop the sniffles
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Mild Illness

Indicates a light, often short-term illness, less severe than a full-blown cold.

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Don't worry about Tim; he just has the sniffles and should be fine in a day or two.
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Casual Context

Used in everyday conversation and is not suitable for formal writing or speeches.

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If Lisa has the sniffles tomorrow, can you cover for her at the bake sale?
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Not Contagious

May imply a harmless condition, suggesting that the person isn't seriously ill or contagious.

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I might skip the gym today since I have the sniffles, but I'll be back to work tomorrow.
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