be sick

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Definition
  1. Verb (intransitive): To expel the contents of one's stomach through the mouth; to vomit.
Usage
  • This phrase is a common, slightly informal way to describe the act of vomiting. It is often used in everyday conversation.
  • It is typically used in the simple present ("I am sick") to describe the feeling of nausea that precedes vomiting, or in the simple past ("He was sick") to describe the act that has already occurred.
  • The phrase can be used literally or, less commonly, figuratively to express strong disgust.
Examples

  • Literal use:

    • The motion of the boat made him feel like he was going to be sick.
    • She was sick three times during the night because of the flu.
    • If you eat that spoiled food, you will be sick.

  • Figurative use (expressing disgust):

    • The corruption in the government makes me be sick. (This usage is less common and more forceful.)
Advanced Usage
  • "to be sick of (something/someone)": This is a very common idiomatic phrase meaning to be extremely annoyed, bored, or fed up with something.
    • I am sick of this rainy weather.
    • She is sick of his constant complaining.
Variants and Related Words
  • Vomit (verb/noun): A more formal or medical term for the same action.
  • Throw up (phrasal verb): A very common informal synonym.
  • Regurgitate (verb): A more technical or biological term, often used for animals or in medical contexts.
  • Puke (verb/noun): A very informal, slang term.
  • Nauseous (adjective): Feeling the urge to vomit.
Synonyms
  • Vomit
  • Throw up
  • Regurgitate
  • Puke (slang)
  • Retch (to make the sound and movement of vomiting, often without expelling anything)
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Throw up: To vomit.
    • The child threw up after the car ride.
Related Idioms
  • Be sick to one's stomach: To feel nauseated; also used figuratively to mean feeling very upset or anxious.
    • The news of the accident made her sick to her stomach.
  • Be sick and tired of: A stronger version of "be sick of," meaning to be completely fed up.
    • I'm sick and tired of your excuses.
Verb
  1. eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
    • After drinking too much, the students vomited
    • He purged continuously
    • The patient regurgitated the food we gave him last night

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