sedation

noun

se·da·tion si-ˈdā-shən

: the inducing of a relaxed easy state especially by the use of sedatives

: a state resulting from or as if from sedation

Examples of sedation in a Sentence

For some patients, sedation may be necessary.

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Because of the eye patch and sedation, patients will need to arrange for a ride home. —

Perri Ormont Blumberg, TIME, 16 Jan. 2025 Angel was also unable to be sedated due to potential unknown health issues that could have made sedation dangerous. —

Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025 Kosher Kush, mentioned above, and Death Star are famous indicas that provide heavy sedation effects and relax body highs. —

Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 10 Oct. 2024 The board also found Janisse's sedation dosage for the patient exceeded what was necessary. —

Jose R. Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 27 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sedation