under the weather (to feel) [exp]

Meaning:

• to feel ill.

Examples:

1. Cristiano Ronaldo cannot play in this match because He feels under the weather today.
2. I think I’ll stay home today; I’m feeling under the weather.
3. She’s been feeling under the weather ever since her breakup.
4. After working late all week, I’m feeling a bit under the weather.
5. I have a sore throat and a headache. I’m feeling under the weather, so I’m taking the day off.
6. After hearing the bad news, he’s been under the weather all day.
7. I overdid it at the gym yesterday, and now I’m feeling under the weather.
8. Sorry I missed the meeting; I was feeling under the weather and needed to rest.