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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This may lead to dehydration, which affects how medications are absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract.
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Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 3 June 2026
According to Mochi Health, dehydration along with changes in diet and appetite can make the problem worse.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 June 2026
GoodRx notes that combining Ozempic with long-term or heavy alcohol use may raise certain risks, especially if dehydration sets in from nausea or vomiting.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 1 June 2026
The undone, tousled, and touchable look is created through mineral-rich sea salt for grit without dehydration, while microalgae doubles down on hydration to keep lengths soft.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 June 2026
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Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 3 June 2026
According to Mochi Health, dehydration along with changes in diet and appetite can make the problem worse.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 June 2026
GoodRx notes that combining Ozempic with long-term or heavy alcohol use may raise certain risks, especially if dehydration sets in from nausea or vomiting.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 1 June 2026
The undone, tousled, and touchable look is created through mineral-rich sea salt for grit without dehydration, while microalgae doubles down on hydration to keep lengths soft.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 June 2026
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“Dehydration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dehydration. Accessed 9 Jun. 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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