sedation
noun
se·da·tion
si-ˈdā-shən 
1
: the inducing of a relaxed easy state especially by the use of sedatives
2
: a state resulting from or as if from sedation
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For some patients, sedation may be necessary.
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Alex Yampolsky, Verywell Health, 29 Sep. 2025
The post goes on to thank Mahiri for being a calm and willing participant in her own healthcare, without the need for sedation.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2025
Zohny said the medical team held back all medications that caused his sedation.
—Cara Anthony, Miami Herald, 13 Sep. 2025
Zohny said the medical team held back all medications that caused his sedation.
—Kff Health News, Oc Register, 12 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for sedation
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“Sedation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sedation. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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sedation
noun
se·da·tion
si-ˈdā-shən
1
: the inducing of a relaxed easy state especially by the use of sedatives
2
: a state resulting from sedation see conscious sedation, deep sedation
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