hay fever
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of hay fever
First recorded in 1820–30
Example Sentences
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Tree pollen affects 25-35% of hay fever sufferers and typically runs from March to early June for most trees.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
Darren says hay fever could also be an issue for pupils, particularly those sitting exams.
From BBC • Jul. 19, 2025
If you're sneezing hundreds of times day, your eyes are watering and you're sleeping badly then it's probably hay fever.
From BBC • Jun. 13, 2025
There's no cure for hay fever, but there are medicines you can take to feel a bit better.
From BBC • Jun. 13, 2025
Ragweed, the bane of hay fever sufferers, offers an interesting example of the way efforts to control nature sometimes boomerang.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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