'COUGH UP' Phrasal Verb

Definition of Cough up phrasal verb

Cough up: Lose possession of a ball, etc. in a contact sport
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» Example: He was checked so hard he COUGHED UP the puck in front of his own goal.

Expel something from your lungs or throat by coughing
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» Example: He gave up smoking after he COUGHED UP some blood.

Cough up