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
Swimmer's itch is a skin rash caused by an allergic reaction to microscopic parasites that infect some birds and mammals, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Try a patch test on a small skin area first to avoid potential side effects like a skin allergic reaction.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 7 Aug. 2025
Dust: Dust mites, tiny creatures that live in dust, and mold can also cause allergic reactions, especially in areas with high humidity or poor ventilation.
—Advertorial, Oc Register, 7 Aug. 2025
Tiffany Gregory is facing charges of stalking and endangerment for allegedly attempting to trigger an allergic reaction in her former mother-in-law.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 30 July 2025
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Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Try a patch test on a small skin area first to avoid potential side effects like a skin allergic reaction.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 7 Aug. 2025
Dust: Dust mites, tiny creatures that live in dust, and mold can also cause allergic reactions, especially in areas with high humidity or poor ventilation.
—Advertorial, Oc Register, 7 Aug. 2025
Tiffany Gregory is facing charges of stalking and endangerment for allegedly attempting to trigger an allergic reaction in her former mother-in-law.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for allergic
Adjective
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Don’t be afraid to give your rooms multiple purposes Take advantage of the various nooks and crannies in your home.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
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Make sure to water regularly, especially in warmer months, and don’t be afraid to switch out plants seasonally to keep your containers fresh.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Though initially reluctant, Ivey relented when Jenkins, 31, promised to stay on the phone with the elder boy during the walk.—
Maia Nehme,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Aug. 2025
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But the spending package gives affordable housing boosters something to celebrate, even if many in blue California are reluctant to do so publicly.—
CalMatters,
Mercury News,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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He’s vehemently opposed to getting Clan MacKenzie involved in the Jacobite uprising, which once again puts him at odds with Dougal.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
8 Aug. 2025
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Despite the potential competition with her assets, Davis is not opposed.—
William Baldwin,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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That’s 247 million people getting up and breaking a sweat as opposed to just 20%, or 62 million, who remain exercise averse.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
14 Aug. 2025
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Young adults born after 1996 are more risk averse than other generations.—
Caren Bohan,
USA Today,
1 Aug. 2025
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“Allergic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allergic. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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