HealthAugust 21, 2026

sobbed

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Definition

To weep or cry noisily with sudden, convulsive gasps or breath inhalations.

Etymology

The word is of uncertain origin, likely imitative or onomatopoeic, appearing in Middle English as 'sobben' to describe the sound of catching one's breath while crying.

In the news

The word describes the intense, overwhelming emotional release the student experienced when a nurse showed her kindness while she was being admitted to the hospital. This moment represents a crucial turning point in her mental health journey.

Meath student gets maximum points in Leaving Certificate

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