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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Recessions follow booms the way hangovers follow parties.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026
As the entire country comes to terms with the monumental achievement - and the equally monumental hangovers - thoughts will inevitably turn to the finals themselves.
From BBC ● Nov. 19, 2025
“Hydration supplements can replenish you when your fluid status is down — so after workouts, for hangovers or when you’ve been sick,” says Dr. Vijaya Surampudi, an endocrinologist, nutrition specialist and professor at UCLA.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2024
Rather than relying on olive oil, there are several well-established methods to prevent or mitigate hangovers:
From Salon ● Jul. 18, 2024
I’m guessing emotional hangovers feel a lot like actual hangovers.
From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas
