sniffle

[ˈsnɪf(ə)l]

sniffle Definition

to repeatedly take air in through your nose in a way that makes a sound, especially when you are crying or have a cold.

Using sniffle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sniffle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She sniffled and wiped her eyes with a tissue.

• Example

  He sniffled and coughed throughout the meeting.

• Example

  I hate it when people sniffle during a movie.

sniffle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sniffle

• snivel
• snuffle
• blow one's nose

Phrases with sniffle

• sniffle out

  to say something while crying or pretending to cry

  Example

  She sniffled out an apology.

• sniffle back tears

  to try not to cry

  Example

  She sniffled back tears as she watched the sad movie.

• sniffle into one's sleeve

  to blow one's nose into the sleeve of one's shirt or jacket

  Example

  He sniffled into his sleeve because he didn't have a tissue.

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Summary: sniffle in Brief

The verb 'sniffle' [ˈsnɪf(ə)l] refers to the act of repeatedly inhaling air through the nose, often accompanied by a sound, especially when crying or having a cold. It can be used in phrases like 'sniffle out' or 'sniffle back tears.'