as in afraid
having a natural dislike for something
a lover of the outdoors who claims to be allergic to desk jobs
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Recent Examples of allergic
An allergic reaction to broccoli is rare but possible.
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Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 27 Oct. 2025
However, people allergic to pomegranates should avoid consuming any pomegranate products.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 27 Oct. 2025
Even the United States, which can sometimes appear allergic to collective transit, is once again flirting with the idea that speed and sustainability might share the same track.
—Chelsea Haney
october 25, New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2025
Costumes and makeup products or peanuts or tree nuts in candies can also trigger severe allergic reactions and rashes.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
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Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 27 Oct. 2025
However, people allergic to pomegranates should avoid consuming any pomegranate products.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 27 Oct. 2025
Even the United States, which can sometimes appear allergic to collective transit, is once again flirting with the idea that speed and sustainability might share the same track.
—Chelsea Haney
october 25, New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2025
Costumes and makeup products or peanuts or tree nuts in candies can also trigger severe allergic reactions and rashes.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for allergic
Adjective
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Tessa Kluetz Pernell designs interiors that aren’t afraid to make a bold statement.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
3 Nov. 2025
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The Rings of Power, but those are based on proven IP, at a moment when the industry seems afraid to spend big on anything but brand names.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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While the expansion has led to more arrests, especially in Florida, many local agencies are reluctant to participate.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
3 Nov. 2025
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Each page features full-color illustrations and only a few lines of text, making Xolo an excellent pick for reluctant readers, graphic novel lovers, and kids who’ve just begun to find their way into longer stories.—
Caroline Carlson,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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More Americans oppose using federal troops to combat domestic crime than support the move — but the divide is largely along political lines, as Republicans overwhelmingly support the use of troops while Democrats are opposed.—
Franco Ordoñez,
NPR,
2 Nov. 2025
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The two cities in Italy, separated by more than 250 miles, are seemingly diametrically opposed.—
Laura Saravia,
NBC news,
29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Still, the Seahawks will be that much more difficult to stop now that opposing defenses have another legit pass-catching threat to account for.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Dunn is charged with assaulting, resisting, opposing, impeding, intimidating and interfering with a federal officer.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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However, cash-averse adults may adapt methods like cash stuffing for the digital age, Bryan-Podvin says.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
30 Oct. 2025
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Risk averse There are several reasons to believe the exits up front will be Lazar and Howard.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Allergic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allergic. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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