sniffling
verb
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To make a whimpering or sniffing sound when breathing, because of a runny nose.
Example: Sonia sniffled a little, and her eyes were puffy and wet.
To utter with a whimpering or sniffing sound.
Example: He sniffled a pathetic apology.
noun
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A sniffle sound or action.
Example: We heard snifflings and a cough from behind the hedge.