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sneeze

/sniːz/ verb · British & US
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What does sneeze mean?

verb

A sudden, forceful expulsion of air from the lungs, often caused by irritation of the nasal passages. A sneeze can be accompanied by a characteristic sound and a brief, involuntary closure of the eyes.

Example

"She let out a loud sneeze and covered her mouth with her hand."

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