as in getting
to become affected with (a disease or disorder)
I hope that you're not coming down with a cold
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The Games that mark the 50th anniversary of the Winter Paralympics are getting underway amid the ongoing military attacks by the United States, Israel and Iran.—
Tales Azzoni,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026 -
This is a time of giving and getting support, because practical care reduces friction.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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The news came just one week into the blockbuster trial, catching numerous parties off guard, including the judge overseeing the case and even one of the government’s own lead prosecutors.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
10 Mar. 2026
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The trails are open each year from April 1 - 30, and while the blooms are beautiful throughout the month, there’s something truly magical about catching them at their peak.—
Abby Price,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
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How to avoid contracting HMPV Infectious-disease experts said the best way to avoid contracting HMPV is similar to preventing other respiratory illnesses.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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Since 2024, the CDC has received reports of a little over 70 people contracting bird flu, most of whom developed relatively mild symptoms.—
Sarah Volpenhein,
jsonline.com,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Coming down (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coming%20down%20%28with%29. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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