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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
Nbc News,
NBC news,
28 June 2026
Building resilience Stephanie Niven, co-portfolio manager of the Global Sustainable Equity strategy at Ninety One, told CNBC on a call on Friday that her team took the view that the rise of intense weather conditions in Europe was creating a structural growth opportunity for investment.
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Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
27 June 2026
Sensipar, which is also sold under the generic name cinacalcet hydrochloride, is prescribed to patients with chronic kidney disease and high levels of calcium in the blood related to parathyroid gland conditions, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
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Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
27 June 2026
Each member of the band had their moment to shine while the crowd danced on the soggy earth, not minding the conditions one bit.
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Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2026
Rather than relying on a single grape variety that may struggle under changing conditions, Languedoc's winemakers can continue refining blends while remaining true to the identity of each appellation.
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Emily Cappiello,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
This will allow conditions to stay mostly dry and temperatures to climb above average.
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Lauren Bostwick,
CBS News,
27 June 2026
The British islanders are currently sunning themselves in Mallorca; their American counterparts are enjoying similar tropical conditions and neon furnishings in Fiji.
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Lillian Fishman,
New Yorker,
27 June 2026
Fossil fuel emissions are drivers of climate change and linked to a range of health conditions, including asthma, various cancers and birth defects.
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Katie King,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
Kwame Christian Esq,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
The discomfort stems not from graphic imagery, but from recognition — the realization that contemporary visual culture increasingly conditions audiences through loops of deferred resolution.
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Andrew S. Jacobson,
Baltimore Sun,
13 May 2026
Around the moon’s south pole, where Artemis astronauts will be headed, conditions the new suit must withstand could be even more extreme.
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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.
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Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
22 Jan. 2026
Noun
The England players and supporters may be at an advantage in the wet conditions.
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Nbc News,
NBC news,
28 June 2026
Building resilience Stephanie Niven, co-portfolio manager of the Global Sustainable Equity strategy at Ninety One, told CNBC on a call on Friday that her team took the view that the rise of intense weather conditions in Europe was creating a structural growth opportunity for investment.
—
Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
27 June 2026
Sensipar, which is also sold under the generic name cinacalcet hydrochloride, is prescribed to patients with chronic kidney disease and high levels of calcium in the blood related to parathyroid gland conditions, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
27 June 2026
Each member of the band had their moment to shine while the crowd danced on the soggy earth, not minding the conditions one bit.
—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2026
Rather than relying on a single grape variety that may struggle under changing conditions, Languedoc's winemakers can continue refining blends while remaining true to the identity of each appellation.
—
Emily Cappiello,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2026
This will allow conditions to stay mostly dry and temperatures to climb above average.
—
Lauren Bostwick,
CBS News,
27 June 2026
The British islanders are currently sunning themselves in Mallorca; their American counterparts are enjoying similar tropical conditions and neon furnishings in Fiji.
—
Lillian Fishman,
New Yorker,
27 June 2026
Fossil fuel emissions are drivers of climate change and linked to a range of health conditions, including asthma, various cancers and birth defects.
—
Katie King,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
Verb
The system conditions physicians to go above and beyond, to pre-round an hour before they're asked, to absorb expanding workloads without complaint, because that's what doctors do.
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Kwame Christian Esq,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
The discomfort stems not from graphic imagery, but from recognition — the realization that contemporary visual culture increasingly conditions audiences through loops of deferred resolution.
—
Andrew S. Jacobson,
Baltimore Sun,
13 May 2026
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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Legislative expert and law professor Chris Micheli said lawmakers frequently include controversial provisions in bills during the early stages of the legislative process.
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The bill includes nearly 50 provisions, including the prohibition on investor purchase of single-family homes, which is intended to help increase the housing supply for individual buyers.
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In the 1940s, the widespread use of penicillin allowed for the treatment of diseases that were once fatal.
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Minerals such as calcium, manganese, and fluoride support bone health, helping to prevent or manage diseases like arthritis and osteoporosis.
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The legal action is part of a broader series of disputes in the streaming industry over carriage rights, bundling requirements and pricing control.
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The secret agreement was routed through a White House office that typically handles repairs and furnishings and is exempt from competitive bidding requirements.
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Her remarks come amid mounting allegations that military restrictions slowed aid deliveries and prevented civilians—and in some cases rescue crews—from getting to critical areas during the early phase of the emergency.
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Connecticut The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC) allows transgender student-athletes to participate in sports consistent with their gender identity without restrictions.
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That is manageable when a company seasons into the index slowly, as the rules dictate it, with a liquid market in its shares.
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Every baker seasons theirs differently.
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Its True Tone sensor adapts contrast to local room lighting to prevent eye fatigue, supporting the Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard Folio.
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Whatever your style or setting, the print dress adapts—and these five refined outfit ideas below show just how versatile patterns can be.
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Oura rings are beloved for their ability to track steps, monitor sleep, and even catch illnesses before symptoms begin.
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Older adults and young children are most sensitive to extreme heat, as are people who are pregnant, overweight, have disabilities or chronic illnesses.
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The lawsuit comes as consumers report struggling to afford basic necessities.
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But within a few days, thanks to these companies, Deulofeu could send her sister necessities with just a few clicks.
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“Conditions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conditions. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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