dehydration
noun
de·hy·dra·tion
ˌdē-ˌhī-ˈdrā-shən 
: the process of dehydrating
especially
: an abnormal depletion of body fluids
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Daisy later died, while Lucy survived after treatment for severe dehydration and other injuries, according to investigators.
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Another worry is these products induce bowel movements that cause diarrhea, says Ahmed, which sometimes leads to dehydration, malabsorption, nutrient deficiencies and electrolyte imbalances.
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Hannah Dreyfus, AZCentral.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Daisy later died, while Lucy survived after treatment for severe dehydration and other injuries, according to investigators.
—Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
Another worry is these products induce bowel movements that cause diarrhea, says Ahmed, which sometimes leads to dehydration, malabsorption, nutrient deficiencies and electrolyte imbalances.
—Sarah Boden, NPR, 16 Mar. 2026
Sweating due to high heat can lead to dehydration, causing dizziness, headaches, dry mouth, and other symptoms.
—Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 16 Mar. 2026
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“Dehydration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dehydration. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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dehydration
noun
de·hy·dra·tion
ˌdē-hī-ˈdrā-shən
: the process of dehydrating
especially
: an abnormal depletion of body fluids
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