Why Do We Sneeze?

Words to Know

**Sneeze**

A fast blast of air that cleans your nose

"A tickle made her sneeze — achoo!"

**Irritant**

Something that tickles or bothers your nose

"Dust and pepper are irritants."

**Reflex**

A move your body makes without thinking

"A sneeze is a reflex."

**Mucus**

The sticky goo in your nose that traps junk

"Mucus catches dust before it goes inside."

**Germs**

Teeny bits, too small to see, that can make people sick

"Catch your sneeze so germs don't spread."

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