smoke inhalation

noun

: a serious injury caused by breathing a lot of smoke
Several survivors of the fire are suffering from smoke inhalation.

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All three occupants were evaluated for smoke inhalation at the scene and were taken to an area hospital, according to fire officials. Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 16 Sep. 2026 All three were listed in critical condition with burns and smoke inhalation, police said. Kris Habermehl, CBS News, 14 Sep. 2026 Two people were hospitalized with burns to their legs on Tuesday, while six others were treated for smoke inhalation. ABC News, 9 Sep. 2026 Two San Diego Humane Society veterinarians evaluated approximately 25 animals for possible smoke inhalation and other medical concerns after they were evacuated from the apartments. Karen Kucher, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for smoke inhalation

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“Smoke inhalation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/smoke%20inhalation. Accessed 21 Sep. 2026.

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