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hangovers

  • plural
    of hangover.
    hangover
    noun
    the disagreeable physical aftereffects of drunkenness, such as a headache or stomach disorder, usually felt several hours after cessation of drinking.

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Whether that was due to fans deciding to arrive later while shaking off hangovers after the football or due to attendance being down was unclear.

From BBC Jun. 20, 2026

Schylling does not plan to dramatically increase production or raise prices, despite the viral demand, to avoid product hangovers.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 28, 2026

“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