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stomach bug

American

[stuhm-uhk buhg] / ˈstʌm ək ˌbʌg /

noun

a short-term illness with digestive symptoms, such as vomiting and diarrhea, caused by a virus or bacteria.

Etymology

Origin of stomach bug

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

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Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois will miss the Champions League trip to face Olympiacos because of a stomach bug, said the Spanish giants Tuesday.

From Barron's • Nov. 25, 2025

It increases with bad stress like a difficult meeting or a stomach bug, as well as good stress like a family reunion or a birthday party.

From Slate • Sep. 9, 2025

Only the father was present and Elliott was told the mother had a stomach bug and didn’t want to get her sick, she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 17, 2025

"I went from feeling my absolute best for a set and a half to my absolute worst for about 45 minutes. Whether it was a stomach bug, I don't know what it is," Djokovic said.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2025

“Sekani has a stomach bug and begged me to bring him Home.”

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas

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