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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

retching

/ˈrɛtʃɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does retching mean?

verb

the act of forcing out air from the lungs with a sudden, sharp sound, typically in a violent or convulsive manner, or a feeling of nausea or disgust that makes you want to vomit.

Example

"She let out a loud retching sound as she saw the dead rat in the corner."

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