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bout

noun

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Meaning

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A period of intense activity, especially in sports or illness, or a short contest.

Example Sentence

After a short bout of flu, she was eager to return to her training for the championship.

Usage Note

Used to describe a specific, often challenging, period of activity, a contest, or a recurrence of illness or symptoms.