as in belch
an expulsion of stomach gas through the mouth
felt embarrassed when a burp escaped from his lips as the table was being cleared
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In order to reduce the methane in cow burps, scientists have experimented with cattle feed supplements such as fish oil, seaweed, tropical leaves, and even baby kangaroo poop.
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Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 18 Sep. 2024
While occasional sulfur burps are generally harmless, frequent ones—or those accompanied by symptoms like stomach pain or diarrhea—could be a sign of an underlying condition and should be investigated by a healthcare provider.
—Karen Berger, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 4 Sep. 2024
Grande went on to barely break a sweat while eating the spicy vegan wings, save for an inaudible burp here and there.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 8 Aug. 2024
For younger babies, consider packing burp cloths as well.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 15 July 2024
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Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 18 Sep. 2024
While occasional sulfur burps are generally harmless, frequent ones—or those accompanied by symptoms like stomach pain or diarrhea—could be a sign of an underlying condition and should be investigated by a healthcare provider.
—Karen Berger, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 4 Sep. 2024
Grande went on to barely break a sweat while eating the spicy vegan wings, save for an inaudible burp here and there.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 8 Aug. 2024
For younger babies, consider packing burp cloths as well.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 15 July 2024
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“Burp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/burp. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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