get, have, etc. the snuffles
get the snuffles
To catch a cold, usually a minor one. My daughter seems to have gotten the snuffles from someone at daycare.
See also: get, snuffle
have the snuffles
To have a cold, usually a minor one. I have the snuffles, so I'm going to stay home and nap instead.
See also: have, snuffle
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
get, have, etc. the ˈsnuffles
(informal) get, have, etc. a cold: According to research, non-drinkers are more likely to develop the winter snuffles than moderate drinkers.See also: snuffle
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
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