Example Sentences

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If inhaled at high levels, fumes can aggravate a person’s lungs, causing coughing, wheezing and chest tightness.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

In addition to eye, skin and breathing problems, MMA exposure can cause headaches, coughing and lethargy, according to the EPA.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

In the months ahead he would describe intermittent coughing fits and panic attacks.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

It can spread through coughing and sneezing, and remain infectious in the air up to two hours after an infected person has left a room.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

After a nasty fit of coughing, Pond lifted his head.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young