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COUGH UP Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the phrase cough up. (exact relations)
There are 11 hypernyms of the phrase cough up. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for COUGH UP

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spit up
verb, nounv, n
verb

• give reluctantly

• discharge (phlegm or sputum) from the lungs and out of the mouth

expectorate
verbv
verb

• clear out the chest and lungs

• discharge (phlegm or sputum) from the lungs and out of the mouth

cough out
verbv
verb

• discharge (phlegm or sputum) from the lungs and out of the mouth

pony up
verbv
verb

• give reluctantly

spit out
verbv
verb

• spit up in an explosive manner

• utter with anger or contempt

• discharge (phlegm or sputum) from the lungs and out of the mouth

Best Hypernyms For COUGH UP

Here is a list of related hypernyms for cough up, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (10)
release deliver discharge eject exhaust expel give produce surrender yield
Phrases (1)
give up

Alternatives for EXPECTORATE

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