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UK//aɪ ˈɔːlməʊst θruː ʌp//US//aɪ ˈɑlməʊst θruː ʌp//

Meaning of I almost threw up

To be on the verge of vomiting.

In simple words: I nearly got sick.

I almost threw up in a sentence

  • After that roller coaster ride, I almost threw up.
  • I almost threw up when I saw the gross scene in the movie.
  • He said something so shocking, I almost threw up.

How to use I almost threw up

Used in casual conversation to describe feeling nauseous. Avoid in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine feeling so sick you almost 'throw' your lunch 'up'.

Related words

Collocations with I almost threw up

  • almost threw up
  • nearly threw up
  • felt like I threw up

Synonyms for I almost threw up

  • nearly vomited
  • was about to vomit
  • almost got sick

Common mistakes with I almost threw up

  • Confusing with 'throw up' used in different tenses.
  • Adding unnecessary words like 'I almost did throw up'.
  • Using in too serious a context.

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Frequently asked questions about I almost threw up

What does I almost threw up mean?

I nearly got sick.

What is the definition of I almost threw up?

To be on the verge of vomiting.

How do you use I almost threw up in a sentence?

After that roller coaster ride, I almost threw up.

Can you give another example of I almost threw up?

I almost threw up when I saw the gross scene in the movie.

What are synonyms for I almost threw up?

Common alternatives include nearly vomited, was about to vomit, almost got sick.

What words go with I almost threw up?

It commonly pairs with almost threw up, nearly threw up, felt like I threw up.

What are common mistakes when using I almost threw up?

Confusing with 'throw up' used in different tenses. Adding unnecessary words like 'I almost did throw up'. Using in too serious a context.

How do you pronounce I almost threw up?

US: //aɪ ˈɑlməʊst θruː ʌp//, UK: //aɪ ˈɔːlməʊst θruː ʌp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is I almost threw up formal or informal?

"I almost threw up" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use I almost threw up?

Used in casual conversation to describe feeling nauseous. Avoid in formal settings.