Definitions
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- noun Plural form of
sweat . - noun informal A
sweatsuit . - noun informal Any illness causing copious perspiration.
- noun informal Nervousness.
- verb Third-person singular simple present indicative form of
sweat .
from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.
- noun garment consisting of sweat pants and a sweatshirt
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Examples
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Quarterback JaMarcus Russell, who last week signed a six-year deal, $61 million contract, the richest ever for a rookie, watched in sweats from the sideline as McCown started despite a small fracture on the index finger of his right hand and a sore right foot.
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But these days, the Will Ferrell faction, toting KFC buckets and dressed in A & F sweats, is easily dominating the partying fields and mini-village-like tailgating enclaves such as Vanderbilt 's "Vandyville," Southern Methodist' s "The Boulevard" and LSU 's "Death Valley."
The Gentleman Steve Garbarino 2010
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They were dressed in sweats and a house coat, respectively, said the official, who asked for anonymity because the investigation is ongoing.
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Victor Mature sweats from the burden of tuberculosis and his own impending doom.
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Mostly they do a few cosmetic things they would never have done at the day job, like spend the entire day in sweats or in their pajamas.
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While Lawlor sat, fighter Chris Leben was panting in sweats on a treadmill across the gym.
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Watson, curled up in sweats, talks about her friendship with designer Karl Lagerfeld and how proud she is that he photographed her for a magazine spread.
More magic lies ahead for the young 'Harry Potter' stars 2009
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Veronica said ... kim - hehe ... yeah, a good pair of sweats is a must as well. renee - i think the older they get, the more likely they get us dirty.
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Others have already pointed out his tremendously poor decision making of carrying a pistol in sweats without a holster, into a nightclub where alcohol was being served (and he may have been imbibing himself).
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Gone is the soccer mom in sweats, the occasional misanthrope, the woman who worries about whether the shephard's pie she made will be loved by her family.
January 2008 2008
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ELI5 Why do humans get the "meat sweats" after consuming a large portion of meat in one sitting?
ELI5 Why do humans get the "meat sweats" after consuming a large portion of meat in one sitting? Lofi_While_I_Sleep 2025
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The phenomena of meat sweats — the tendency to sweat excessively after consuming substantial amounts of meat — was perhaps solidified into pop culture fame by none other than Joey Tribbiani of "Friends." In a 2001 Thanksgiving episode of the sitcom, he exclaimed, "Here come the meat sweats!" just after finishing an entire turkey by himself.
Yes, the "Meat Sweats" Are Real — Here's How to Avoid Them Melanie Whyte 2024
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ELI5 Why do humans get the "meat sweats" after consuming a large portion of meat in one sitting?
ELI5 Why do humans get the "meat sweats" after consuming a large portion of meat in one sitting? Lofi_While_I_Sleep 2025
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“Meat sweats” is a colloquial term that describes a physiological response to consuming a large quantity of meat. When a person experiences meat sweats, they perspire excessively shortly after eating a substantial amount of meat.
What are meat sweats? Causes and prevention Zia Sherrell, MPH 2023
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The phenomena of meat sweats — the tendency to sweat excessively after consuming substantial amounts of meat — was perhaps solidified into pop culture fame by none other than Joey Tribbiani of "Friends." In a 2001 Thanksgiving episode of the sitcom, he exclaimed, "Here come the meat sweats!" just after finishing an entire turkey by himself.
Yes, the "Meat Sweats" Are Real — Here's How to Avoid Them Melanie Whyte 2024
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“Meat sweats” is a colloquial term that describes a physiological response to consuming a large quantity of meat. When a person experiences meat sweats, they perspire excessively shortly after eating a substantial amount of meat.
What are meat sweats? Causes and prevention Zia Sherrell, MPH 2023
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