hangover
noun
the disagreeable physical aftereffects of drunkenness, such as a headache or stomach disorder, usually felt several hours after cessation of drinking.
hangovers
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pluralof hangover.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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They said that alcohol-free socialising was empowering, avoided hangovers and let them meet like-minded people.
From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026
Recessions follow booms the way hangovers follow parties.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026
And to address what some member states see as irritating hangovers from Brexit.
From BBC ● May 19, 2025
Other wellness businesses include acupuncture, yoga, red light therapy to reduce pain and inflammation, and IV drips for hydration that include vitamins and minerals also known to ease hangovers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 12, 2025
I’m guessing emotional hangovers feel a lot like actual hangovers.
From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas
