cough - Master This Word
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cough Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/kɔːf/
US
/kɔf/
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Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'cough'?
A.To expel air from the lungs with a sudden sharp sound
B.The act of laughing loudly
C.To cry uncontrollably
D.To whistle softly
Step 2: Usage
In which of the following sentences is the word 'cough' used correctly?
A.She coughed a joke to her friends.
B.The birds coughed in unison at dawn.
C.He couldn't stop coughing since he caught a cold.
D.The baby coughed happily after eating.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is a synonym of 'cough'?
A.Laugh
B.Sneeze
C.Sing
D.Breathe
Step 4: Opposite Words
Which word is an opposite of 'cough'?
A.Whisper
B.Silence
C.Scream
D.Clear
Step 5: Mastery
In a hospital setting, how important is it for healthcare professionals to wear masks to prevent the spread of coughs?
A.Not important at all
B.Very important
C.Somewhat important
D.Only in specific cases
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