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colds

  • plural
    of cold.
    cold
    adjective
    having a relatively low temperature; having little or no warmth.

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Multiple studies conducted since the ones Pauling analyzed show that if there is an effect on vitamin C and colds, it’s minimal.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 27, 2026

He grew up drinking hot water and boiling fruit for soups to combat colds.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 24, 2026

It is also included in a wide range of over-the-counter products for colds, flu, sinus symptoms, and menstrual discomfort.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 18, 2026

Most coughs come from colds, and cold viruses usually need to work their way through you naturally.

From BBC ● Dec. 3, 2025

They never got mumps or pinkeye or colds or stomachaches or anything.

From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson