as in diseases
an abnormal state that disrupts a plant's or animal's normal bodily functioning
suffered from a mysterious illness that left her weak and tired all the time
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Recent Examples of illnesses
Ten of 12 initial samples from victims came back positive for malaria, suggesting that patients may have been suffering from multiple illnesses at once, Ghebreyesus said.
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Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
There had been no illnesses, the agency stated Tuesday.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
Why blood donations drop during the holidays Blood donations often decrease during the holiday season for reasons that range from holiday travel and busy schedules to seasonal illnesses like the flu.
—Elizabeth B. Kim, The Enquirer, 10 Dec. 2024
Seven of the illnesses are related to pregnancy, the CDC stated.
—Kate Gibson, CBS News, 10 Dec. 2024
Flu-like illnesses are considered at moderate levels in Texas, but most states have low levels.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
And that wouldn’t leave wiggle room for unexpected illnesses or other time off needs.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
At tropical destinations or areas with high rates of illnesses transmitted by mosquitos, use insect repellent and consider mosquito nets, Robinson says.
—Gary Stoller, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
No illnesses have been reported to the company as a result of the mistake.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
There had been no illnesses, the agency stated Tuesday.
—Jose R. Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
Why blood donations drop during the holidays Blood donations often decrease during the holiday season for reasons that range from holiday travel and busy schedules to seasonal illnesses like the flu.
—Elizabeth B. Kim, The Enquirer, 10 Dec. 2024
Seven of the illnesses are related to pregnancy, the CDC stated.
—Kate Gibson, CBS News, 10 Dec. 2024
Flu-like illnesses are considered at moderate levels in Texas, but most states have low levels.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
And that wouldn’t leave wiggle room for unexpected illnesses or other time off needs.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
At tropical destinations or areas with high rates of illnesses transmitted by mosquitos, use insect repellent and consider mosquito nets, Robinson says.
—Gary Stoller, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
No illnesses have been reported to the company as a result of the mistake.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for illnesses
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The ability to reprogram the stem cells of very old people is a 'game changer', said Perls, in reference to the scientific study of diseases of ageing.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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The area has high levels of malnutrition and low vaccination coverage, leaving children vulnerable to a range of diseases, including malaria, pneumonia and measles, Tedros added.Brenda Goodman, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
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The family believed her mounting ailments overtook her.J. David McSwane, ProPublica, 7 Dec. 2024
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Stomach pain or tummy troubles are among the most common ailments that affect children and adults alike.Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
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Let unfettered markets create more technology, because technology can fix all of society’s ills, if only the short-sighted would get out of its way.Brian Fung, CNN, 5 Dec. 2024
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With the help of her friends, Wendie discovers a supernatural creature is responsible for many of the village’s ills.Jamie Lang, Variety, 21 Oct. 2024
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Multiple reports indicate that people with the disease are presenting with flu-like symptoms, including headaches, fevers, and breathing difficulties.Dave Wessner, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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The illness often begins with mild symptoms, with fevers, chills, vomiting and headaches.Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
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“Illnesses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/illnesses. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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