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as in provisions
something upon which the carrying out of an agreement or offer depends
you'll get a bonus with the condition that we meet our sales forecast
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as in diseases
an abnormal state that disrupts a plant's or animal's normal bodily functioning
a skin condition that prevents me from staying out in the sun for very long
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as in requirements
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
water is a condition for life on Earth
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as in restrictions
something that limits one's freedom of action or choice
their parents placed several conditions on their weekend plans
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as in seasons
to bring to a proper or desired state of fitness
the length of time that it takes for runners to condition their bodies for a marathon
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as in adapts
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
a company that must condition its traditional ways of doing business to the realities of the global economy
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Recent Examples of conditions
Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 22 Mar. 2026
Additionally, people aged 6 months or older with existing health conditions were eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine without a prescription or doctor's order.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 22 Mar. 2026
After missing two straight cuts in his return, Im led by a stroke after each of the first two rounds in firm and fast conditions on the Copperhead course, shooting 64-69.
—ABC News, 21 Mar. 2026
Record-high temperatures and dry fuels are creating critical fire weather conditions, and any fires that spark will grow rapidly.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 21 Mar. 2026
Under the measure, facilities would still have to follow state alcohol rules, including avoiding over-serving and ensuring safe conditions.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 21 Mar. 2026
But Minnesotans like Batres are used to false springs, when conditions ease briefly before a new round of brutal weather crashes in.
—Sara Sidner, CNN Money, 21 Mar. 2026
There have been outbreaks of tuberculosis and measles at the site, and ICE officers have used the dangerously subpar conditions to pressure detainees to sign papers authorizing their deportation.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 15 Mar. 2026
This ensures our testing base spans different skin tones, genders, and dermatological conditions.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 15 Mar. 2026
K. R. Callaway, Scientific American, 5 Feb. 2026
The powder’s satin finish and weightless texture are thanks to jojoba oil, which also conditions brow hairs.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Jan. 2026
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Hidden ocean worlds The new study suggests that moons orbiting rogue exoplanets could sustain habitable conditions for billions of years—despite the absence of any nearby star.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 22 Mar. 2026
Additionally, people aged 6 months or older with existing health conditions were eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine without a prescription or doctor's order.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 22 Mar. 2026
After missing two straight cuts in his return, Im led by a stroke after each of the first two rounds in firm and fast conditions on the Copperhead course, shooting 64-69.
—ABC News, 21 Mar. 2026
Record-high temperatures and dry fuels are creating critical fire weather conditions, and any fires that spark will grow rapidly.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 21 Mar. 2026
Under the measure, facilities would still have to follow state alcohol rules, including avoiding over-serving and ensuring safe conditions.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 21 Mar. 2026
But Minnesotans like Batres are used to false springs, when conditions ease briefly before a new round of brutal weather crashes in.
—Sara Sidner, CNN Money, 21 Mar. 2026
There have been outbreaks of tuberculosis and measles at the site, and ICE officers have used the dangerously subpar conditions to pressure detainees to sign papers authorizing their deportation.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 15 Mar. 2026
This ensures our testing base spans different skin tones, genders, and dermatological conditions.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 15 Mar. 2026
Verb
Around the moon’s south pole, where Artemis astronauts will be headed, conditions the new suit must withstand could be even more extreme.
—K. R. Callaway, Scientific American, 5 Feb. 2026
The powder’s satin finish and weightless texture are thanks to jojoba oil, which also conditions brow hairs.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conditions
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Due to these restrictions, House Administration Committee Chairman Bryan Steil (R-WI) outlined some provisions to skirt the Senate parliamentarian’s wrath.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
25 Mar. 2026
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The legislation allows companies to participate directly in exploration, production and commercialization, while introducing more flexible tax and royalty structures and allowing for international arbitration — provisions designed to ease long-standing concerns over legal uncertainty.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
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For patients living with rare and neglected diseases, the next breakthrough treatment might already be sitting in a pharmaceutical company’s filing cabinet.—
Annette Bakker,
Fortune,
19 Mar. 2026
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Scientists agree that diet can contribute to some diseases and also can be valuable in treating them.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 Mar. 2026
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The lawsuit says that HHS' declaration seeks to coerce providers to stop providing gender-affirming care and circumvent legal requirements for policy changes.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Mar. 2026
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Democrats contend that the legislation will disenfranchise many of their voters because of its strict requirements for proving one’s identity and citizenship.—
W. James Antle III,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Mar. 2026
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Several towns and cities across Colorado's Front Range are already announcing, or considering, water restrictions before the summer has even arrived.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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Listings on the Swimply app says whether parties are allowed at the venue and also include details on the maximum number of guests allowed, access to restrooms and parking and any age or pet restrictions.—
Mary Ramsey
March 25,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Mar. 2026
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The three young players have enjoyed experiencing their rookies seasons together.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
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Stranger Things seasons 1-5 are on the streamer now.—
Jillian Sederholm,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Jan. 2026
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Robinson uses rats in her research to understand how the brain adapts to emotions and how that affects behavior.—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
20 Mar. 2026
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The advantage goes to whoever adapts first.—
Dennis Kozak,
Fortune,
19 Mar. 2026
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Monoclonal antibodies are proteins made in laboratories that mimic the immune system’s ability to fight off certain illnesses.—
Lisa Schencker,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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Health officials said no illnesses linked to the spill have been reported in Maryland, adding that drinking water systems remain unaffected.—
Mathew Schumer,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Mar. 2026
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Brinson is now worried about affording basic necessities.—
Steve Maugeri,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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In the past, the agency has said that Dilley offers families a safe environment equipped with access to educational materials, child care necessities and round-the-clock medical and mental health care.—
Mica Rosenberg,
ProPublica,
20 Mar. 2026
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