sniffle
verb (used without object)
to sniff repeatedly, as from a head cold or in repressing tears.
sniffling
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present participleof sniffle.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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An emotional Flynn was seen in court at times sniffling and wiping tears from his eyes.
From BBC ● Sep. 29, 2026
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
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
Are we still paying off our pandemic-induced “immunity debt,” or is there another reason that it feels like we’re all sniffling and coughing and just feeling sick?
From Slate ● Jan. 28, 2024
"Did I mention I never found Watney's body? " she said, sniffling.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
