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Throw up

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Physical Discomfort

Often indicates the person feels ill and needs to relieve their stomach.

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After the rollercoaster ride, she had to throw up.
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Sudden Sickness

Describes a quick onset of sickness, not a gradual feeling.

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The bad oysters made him throw up suddenly.
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Not Polite

Considered informal and somewhat crude, so avoid in polite conversation.

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She had to leave the table to throw up.
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