A noisy cough is a wet-sounding, unproductive cough that follows pneumonia, bronchitis, the flu, or a severe cold. The cause is inflammation of the lungs, and while most coughs are not serious, a chronic crackling cough may indicate a more serious disorder. Treatments include steam therapy and cough suppressants, but it’s important to see a […]
The crack of a whip is a small sonic boom caused by the uncoiling of the loop during whipping. Whipcracking originated in Bavaria and is still used in traditional music, while today it is a performance art, competitive sport, and popular pastime. The serious-sounding crack generated when a whip is struck sharply is, in effect, […]
The idiom “shouting at the top of your lungs” can express extreme joy or anger. It is used positively in situations such as sports events or proposals, but negatively in situations like grief or offense. The behavior is acceptable in some contexts but not others. “Shuting at the top of my lungs” is one of […]
