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colic

noun

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as in cramps

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Recent Examples of colic This origin underscores dill’s long-standing role as a calming remedy, traditionally used to relieve colic, indigestion, and pain. — Hannah Nwoko, Parents, 21 Jan. 2026 Parents of children with IBS, colic, or other GI disorders are often doing everything right and still watch their child struggle. — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 16 Mar. 2026 This plant, also known as rose bay, may also cause drooling, abdominal pain, depression, colic and even death, according to the ASPCA. — Amy Deyoung, USA Today, 3 June 2026 Best homeopathic or organic baby gas relief product This natural remedy for babies, which can be used up to six times per day, is formulated to relieve colic, gas and reflux symptoms in a way that is fast, safe, gentle and great-tasting. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 22 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for colic

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cramps

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When heat index values rise above 103, changes start happening in the human body, which can lead to cramps and heat exhaustion.

— Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 3 July 2026
Other signs include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, loss of appetite and bloating.

— Adam England, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

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