tummy bug

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An informal term for a stomach bug, often used with children.

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  • My little boy is off school today with a nasty tummy bug.
  • My son caught a nasty tummy bug at daycare.
  • I think I caught a tummy bug while we were on holiday.
  • I think I'm coming down with a tummy bug; I feel really nauseous.
  • Is there a tummy bug going around the office?
  • The doctor confirmed it was just a common tummy bug, nothing serious.
  • She had a bad tummy bug last week but is feeling much better now.
  • To avoid the tummy bug, make sure to wash your hands frequently.
  • Wash your hands carefully to avoid picking up that tummy bug.
  • She's been off work for two days with a horrible tummy bug.
  • I hope the baby doesn't get the tummy bug that his sister has.
  • There's a tummy bug going around the office, so be careful.
  • The whole family came down with a tummy bug after the picnic.
  • After a week, he finally recovered from the persistent tummy bug.
  • A fever and an upset stomach are common signs of a tummy bug.
  • The whole family seems to have picked up the same tummy bug.
  • That tummy bug kept him in bed for three days.
  • Eating unwashed food can sometimes give you a tummy bug.
  • The nursery sent a note home warning parents about a tummy bug.
  • I hope this tummy bug doesn't ruin our vacation plans.