as in afraid
having a natural dislike for something
a lover of the outdoors who claims to be allergic to desk jobs
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Things to be aware of Excessive consumption of mint tea may cause allergic reactions in some people and it is not recommended for those suffering from gastroesophageal reflux.
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Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2024
Scheuer allegedly made several changes that threatened public health, investigators say — adding information to some menu items to label them as safe for people with peanut allergies to eat, even though the items could be deadly to people who are allergic to peanuts.
—Caitlin O'Kane, CBS News, 31 Oct. 2024
The good news, Giusti said, is that if your handmade treat causes someone to have an allergic reaction that requires medical treatment, there’s a provision in the standard homeowners insurance policy called medical payments for others that covers you.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2024
While quite convenient, cost-efficient, and nice to look at, this type of braiding hair can also lead to an allergic reaction, irritation, and hair loss for some users.
—Kiara Byrd, Allure, 31 Oct. 2024
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Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2024
Scheuer allegedly made several changes that threatened public health, investigators say — adding information to some menu items to label them as safe for people with peanut allergies to eat, even though the items could be deadly to people who are allergic to peanuts.
—Caitlin O'Kane, CBS News, 31 Oct. 2024
The good news, Giusti said, is that if your handmade treat causes someone to have an allergic reaction that requires medical treatment, there’s a provision in the standard homeowners insurance policy called medical payments for others that covers you.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2024
While quite convenient, cost-efficient, and nice to look at, this type of braiding hair can also lead to an allergic reaction, irritation, and hair loss for some users.
—Kiara Byrd, Allure, 31 Oct. 2024
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Many Americans are afraid of what the aftermath of the election could bring.Jenna Bednar, Foreign Affairs, 5 Nov. 2024
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By its conception, AI does not make mistakes, does not take bribes and is not afraid of anything.Oleksandr Sheremeta, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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The need led to mostly universal – if often reluctant – support for the tax measure among city leaders, and outspoken support from fire and police departments.Luis Melecio-Zambrano, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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But a coalition of the willing, including the United States, could offer Ukraine a security pledge if NATO members prove reluctant to admit Ukraine.Richard Haass, Foreign Affairs, 4 Nov. 2024
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Cases like these — and the slew of illicit shops padlocked by police on the local news — have the potential to alarm Americans who have only just begun to support the notion of legalization, and provide fuel for those who are opposed to it.Lavanya Ramanathan, Vox, 4 Nov. 2024
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Even though 2023’s Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny was billed as the final film in the series, Baker isn’t opposed to having a role in future Indiana Jones properties if given the chance.George Yang, Rolling Stone, 30 Oct. 2024
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Family members also tend to have high emotional dependence on each other and may be conflict averse, says Klass.Sherri Gordon, Parents, 19 Sep. 2024
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On Tuesday night, a remarkably patient and determined Kamala Harris faced off against a version of Donald Trump that seemed even more incoherent and fact averse than usual.Emma Specter, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2024
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“Allergic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allergic. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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