under the weather

Cultural  

1. Indisposed, unwell: “The day after the big party, Jay had to call in sick, saying he was feeling under the weather.”

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under the weather Idioms  

1. Ailing, ill; also, suffering from a hangover. For example, She said she was under the weather and couldn't make it to the meeting. This expression presumably alludes to the influence of the weather on one's health. [Early 1800s] The same term is sometimes used as a euphemism for being drunk, as in After four drinks, Ellen was a bit under the weather.

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Example Sentences

Under the weather and seeking something spicy to clear out your sinuses?

From Salon • Sep. 19, 2021

Under the weather and struggling to catch her breath, Lindsey Vonn could've held back.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2017

Under the weather conditions it was figured he could not possibly reach Rio on his gasoline supply.

From Time Magazine Archive

Under the weather bulwarks, wrapped in their waterproofs, with their long thick boots poking out here and there, lay huddled the crew.

From The Ruined Cities of Zululand by Walmsley, Hugh Mulleneux

Under the weather conditions of this wild night it was much later when the two craft were within hailing distance by signal lights.

From The Motor Boat Club and The Wireless Or, the Dot, Dash and Dare Cruise by Hancock, H. Irving (Harrie Irving)