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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Recent Examples of allergic
During one frightening allergic reaction, her child’s body erupts in hives and her breathing becomes labored, sending the family rushing to emergency care.
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Rhoda Feng, Vulture, 23 Mar. 2026
Simple Errors and Serious Problems A severe allergic reaction often starts with something relatively minor.
—K. H. Koehler, Ascend Agency, 18 Mar. 2026
The most common offenders, with regard to allergic reactions, are pet dander, dust and pollen.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
Still others trigger an immune response akin to an allergic reaction.
—Jyoti Madhusoodanan, Scientific American, 17 Mar. 2026
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Rhoda Feng, Vulture, 23 Mar. 2026
Simple Errors and Serious Problems A severe allergic reaction often starts with something relatively minor.
—K. H. Koehler, Ascend Agency, 18 Mar. 2026
The most common offenders, with regard to allergic reactions, are pet dander, dust and pollen.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
Still others trigger an immune response akin to an allergic reaction.
—Jyoti Madhusoodanan, Scientific American, 17 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for allergic
Adjective
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Neither is too afraid of what the USMNT has in store for them, either.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
New York Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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Fairey was forthcoming about his opinions on art, politics and technology, drawing applause at one point for saying that using AI in art is not something to be afraid of.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The three-time MVP center has never been reluctant to share his honest outlook on Denver’s successes and failures.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
28 Mar. 2026
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Investors reluctant to buy more government debt against a backdrop of rising inflation demanded a higher yield, according to media reports.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But legislation in the Senate failed to attract 60 votes to overcome a filibuster, where a handful of Republicans are also opposed.—
Barbara Sprunt,
NPR,
25 Mar. 2026
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This is news that is bound to be celebrated by many in the creative community who have become loudly and vehemently opposed to anything AI encroaching on Hollywood.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
24 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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As the volunteer soccer coach shouted words of motivation, one of his players nudged the ball past the opposing team's goalie and into the net, prompting the sideline to erupt in cheers.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Carmel’s Emerson Larson isn’t the type of pitcher who can surprise an opposing lineup.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But unlike at some jungle retreats, which demand a certain ability to rough it, even the most spider-averse will feel at home here—kids in particular.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Mar. 2026
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Pony has been described as a tiny narcissist, while the large Bear is conflict-averse.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Allergic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allergic. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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