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stomach bug

American

[stuhm-uhk buhg] / ˈstʌm ək ˌbʌg /

noun

a short-term illness with digestive symptoms, such as vomiting and diarrhea, caused by a virus or bacteria.

Etymology

Origin of stomach bug

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

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A stomach bug that caused him to lose a considerable amount of weight put Betts behind last spring, and he never quite caught up.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

Another, Gary, came in with a stomach bug and finally got a bed after 34 hours.

From BBC • Dec. 10, 2025

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois will miss the Champions League trip to face Olympiacos because of a stomach bug, said the Spanish giants Tuesday.

From Barron's • Nov. 25, 2025

It increases with bad stress like a difficult meeting or a stomach bug, as well as good stress like a family reunion or a birthday party.

From Slate • Sep. 9, 2025

I had to wait for my mom here once when I came down with a stomach bug, and even feeling barfy with a bucket in my lap, waiting with her was kind of fun.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell

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