Example Sentences

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For the 23-year-old Christmas can be a particularly difficult time as the sounds of other people, chewing, slurping and sniffling make her feel extremely uncomfortable.

From BBC • Dec. 23, 2025

Lying would be obvious if you’re not coughing, sniffling or sneezing, and insulting to the other person.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

José stared at the ground, sniffling, pulling up his shirt to wipe away tears.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 17, 2025

While playing a game of “Name that Tagline” with Evans, Wilson struggled to contain his sniffling and sipped on his tall glass of milk until it was empty.

From Salon • Jun. 27, 2025

She stood, holding Ess, until the girl was only sniffling, trembling.

From "Orphan Island" by Laurel Snyder