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Catch Cold for Dummies

verb

pronunciation: kæʧ_koʊld

What does Catch Cold really mean?

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So, buddy, when we say someone "catches a cold," it means they get sick with a cold. It's like when you catch a ball - you suddenly have it in your hands, right? And in this case, you suddenly have a cold!

So, when someone catches a cold, it means they come down with the sniffles, a cough, and maybe a fever, and they might feel pretty crummy for a little while. Sometimes people say "catch a cold" to describe how quickly and unexpectedly someone gets sick, kind of like how you catch a ball when it's thrown to you.

It's important to remember that catching a cold doesn't mean you'll be sick forever! Colds usually only last for a short time, and you can help yourself feel better by resting, drinking fluids, and maybe taking some medicine if your doctor says it's okay. And always remember to wash your hands - that can help you avoid catching a cold in the first place! So, now you know that when someone says "catch cold," it's just a way of saying they've come down with a cold. And now you know what it means when people talk about catching colds! Cool, huh?

Revised and Fact checked by David Williams on 2023-11-13 20:39:15

Catch Cold In a sentece

Learn how to use Catch Cold inside a sentece

  • When you go outside without a coat in the winter, you might catch cold.
  • If you don't wash your hands regularly, you could catch cold from all the germs.
  • If you stand in the rain without an umbrella, you might catch cold.
  • If you share a drink with someone who is sick, you could catch cold.
  • When you don't get enough sleep, you are more likely to catch cold.

Catch Cold Hypernyms

Words that are more generic than the original word.