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retch in Dutch

retch in Dutch is braakneiging, braken, kokhalzen — retch means to make the movements and sounds of being sick without actually bringing anything up.

retch in Dutch

braakneiging
noun
An unsuccessful effort to vomit.
braken
verb
kokhalzen
verb

What does "retch" mean?

  1. verb To make the movements and sounds of being sick without actually bringing anything up.
  2. verb To be sick, bringing up the contents of your stomach.
    "Retching the contents from his lungs. The uncomfortable warble of voices called for help, greeting him at the floor. He was laid on a gurney, the slimy contents wiped from his face. The sting of needles inserted in his arms."
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retch in a sentence

  • Retching the contents from his lungs. The uncomfortable warble of voices called for help, greeting him at the floor. He was laid on a gurney, the slimy contents wiped from his face. The sting of needles inserted in his arms.

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What is "retch" in Dutch?
"retch" in Dutch is braakneiging, braken, kokhalzen. retch means: To make the movements and sounds of being sick without actually bringing anything up.
Are there other ways to say "retch" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 3 translations listed for "retch": braakneiging, braken, kokhalzen.
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