as in characteristic
serving to identify as belonging to an individual or group
a fever's refusal to respond to antibiotics is symptomatic of a viral infection
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Recent Examples of symptomatic
In any case, whether or not the crisis persists, the movies that have been its symptomatic victims will endure and be remembered.
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Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 27 Sep. 2024
Children can be exposed at home or in the community through close contact with people who are symptomatic with mpox, including parents, caregivers and other family members.
—Maryanne Murray Buechner, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
Only 2% occur in the eye, and only a small percentage of those are symptomatic.
—Katie Gutierrez, TIME, 19 Sep. 2024
The disagreement in Europe over the use of natural gas to produce hydrogen is symptomatic of the larger issue: the solutions available are either too expensive or mired in technical and safety concerns.
—Nils Rokke, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
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Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 27 Sep. 2024
Children can be exposed at home or in the community through close contact with people who are symptomatic with mpox, including parents, caregivers and other family members.
—Maryanne Murray Buechner, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
Only 2% occur in the eye, and only a small percentage of those are symptomatic.
—Katie Gutierrez, TIME, 19 Sep. 2024
The disagreement in Europe over the use of natural gas to produce hydrogen is symptomatic of the larger issue: the solutions available are either too expensive or mired in technical and safety concerns.
—Nils Rokke, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
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The scene is a necessary conversation with Eugene’s characteristic mix of warmth and expertise, and Toya’s outspoken openness.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 9 Dec. 2024
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In 2024, the solstice falls on Dec. 21, marking the official beginning of winter and ushering in the season’s characteristic cold fronts and holiday traditions.Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Dec. 2024
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Use handwritten envelopes or add festive elements, like wax seals or sparkling liners, for a refined and distinctive look.Felicity Carter, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Police released several images of the shooter in which he can be seen wearing a dark-colored jacket with a hood over his head, a black facemask, black-and-white sneakers and a distinctive gray backpack.Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
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These two paradigms have largely existed in isolation, driven by the distinct needs of their respective markets.Zennon Kapron, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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In these realms, Archaea—microorganisms similar to, but evolutionarily distinct from, bacteria—thrive.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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Braving the New York chill yesterday (December 14), Holmes was photographed in what’s become quite a typical silhouette.Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2024
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Related: Jamie Foxx Finally Revealed What His ‘Mystery Illness’ Was & Called the Recovery the ‘Worst Year of His Life’ What started as your typical night out at the upscale eatery quickly went south when some fellow diners apparently didn’t get the memo about restaurant etiquette.Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 15 Dec. 2024
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“Symptomatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symptomatic. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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