Phlegm
01
slem, flämt
the thick mucus that is formed in the nasal and throat cavities, usually secreted in excessive amounts as a result of common cold
Exempel
The common cold often causes an increase in phlegm production, leading to congestion and coughing.
Förkylning orsakar ofta en ökad produktion av slem, vilket leder till täppning och hosta.
Drinking plenty of fluids can help to thin out phlegm, making it easier to expel from the respiratory tract.
Att dricka mycket vätska kan hjälpa till att tunna ut slem, vilket gör det lättare att få ut det ur luftvägarna.
02
a marked lack of energy
Exempel
The heat induced a state of phlegm that slowed everyone down.
After the long journey, he felt phlegm and could hardly move.
03
emotional indifference
Exempel
He faced criticism with remarkable phlegm.
Her phlegm in the debate surprised everyone.
Lexikalt Träd
phlegmatic
phlegmy
phlegm
