as in excess
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Recent Examples of incontinence
Some health insurance plans may cover referrals to specialists for issues related to menopause, like bone loss, urinary incontinence and depression.
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 24 Jan. 2025
Stress Incontinence Triggers Stress incontinence is not caused by emotional stress.
—Robert Burakoff, Verywell Health, 15 July 2024
An effective immunotherapy would be life-changing for rectal cancer patients, with current treatments often resulting in a suite of negative outcomes in survivors, including loss of fertility and incontinence.
—New Atlas, 21 Dec. 2024
In just eight days, the diaper bank has distributed 1 million diapers and 1 million other products, including formula, wipes feminine hygiene products and adult incontinence supplies, its founder and CEO Michelle Schaefer-Old tells Axios.
—Lucille Sherman, Axios, 8 Oct. 2024
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 24 Jan. 2025
Stress Incontinence Triggers Stress incontinence is not caused by emotional stress.
—Robert Burakoff, Verywell Health, 15 July 2024
An effective immunotherapy would be life-changing for rectal cancer patients, with current treatments often resulting in a suite of negative outcomes in survivors, including loss of fertility and incontinence.
—New Atlas, 21 Dec. 2024
In just eight days, the diaper bank has distributed 1 million diapers and 1 million other products, including formula, wipes feminine hygiene products and adult incontinence supplies, its founder and CEO Michelle Schaefer-Old tells Axios.
—Lucille Sherman, Axios, 8 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for incontinence
Noun
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The excesses of 1980s academia are ripe fodder for de Kretser’s mordant wit, but her aim here is more ambitious — and the results more rewarding.—
Emily Eakin,
New York Times,
18 Feb. 2025
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Even accounting for the excesses of the early 2000's, that average fell to 1.225 million homes per year from 2001 to 2020.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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Over a career that made headlines for landmark victories such as a six-figure judgment, later reversed, against LAPD Chief Daryl Gates, Yagman also became notorious for intemperance, most pointedly evidenced by his brutal characterization of a federal judge.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Oct. 2021
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In a situation that forbids explicit expressions of intemperance or protest, mischief is the perfect solution.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
7 June 2022
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For a bit more of an indulgence, Mount Dora also offers wonderful options for wining and dining after a day of adventure.—
Emily LaPointe,
Outside Online,
30 Jan. 2025
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For those seeking a communion with nature that has more than a dash of indulgence, Clayoquot offers an unforgettable escape into the wild heart of British Columbia.—
Ryan Krogh,
Outside Online,
24 Jan. 2025
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In the ring, a rider must stay mounted on the bull, using one hand to hold the rope, for eight seconds to qualify, with their free hand raised in the air.—
Ellen Wulfhorst,
New York Daily News,
2 Jan. 2025
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Pull forward firmly on the harness straps with your free hand.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
20 Dec. 2024
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“Incontinence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incontinence. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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