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mulligrubs

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have the mulligrubs

To be sad, unhappy, or miserable. Ben said earlier that his head was hurting—that may be why he has the mulligrubs. The boss really has the mulligrubs today, so I'd steer clear of him if you don't want to get screamed at. A: "Betty is always so pleasant." B: "I know, it's like she never has the mulligrubs."
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mulligrubs

1. Sadness, unhappiness, or misery. Ben said earlier that his head was hurting—that may be why he has the mulligrubs.
2. Stomach pains or upset. Try drinking flat ginger ale if you've got the mulligrubs.
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