sore throat

noun

: pain in the throat due to inflammation of the fauces and pharynx

Examples of sore throat in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web And the pain associated with strep throat is usually more intense than the pain associated with a typical sore throat. Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 10 Oct. 2024 Mold exposure can lead to various symptoms, including skin irritation, a sore throat, and constant headaches. Sarah Hudgens, Health, 4 Oct. 2024 This can help reduce sore throat symptoms.23 Many different flavors of medicated throat lozenges are available OTC. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2024 Throat Infections Throat infections such as viral pharyngitis (sore throat) and bacterial strep throat can cause pain when swallowing. Laura Schober, Health, 12 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sore throat 

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Word History

First Known Use

1629, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sore throat was in 1629

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“Sore throat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sore%20throat. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

sore throat

noun
: a throat that is painful because of inflammation

Medical Definition

sore throat

noun
: painful throat due to inflammation of the fauces and pharynx

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