dehydration

noun

Definition of dehydrationnext
as in dryness

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Recent Examples of dehydration Wheat said the illness can also lead to dehydration, prompting dizziness, headaches or a racing heart. — Lila Hempel-Edgers, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026 Whereas a fentanyl overdose causes the brain to stop reminding the body to breathe, methamphetamine kills by pushing the body past its limits, effects that are heightened by heat exposure, lack of sleep and dehydration. — Josh Katz, New York Times, 15 July 2026 The fine powder damages the exoskeletons of insects, causing dehydration and death. — Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 15 July 2026 Watch for a fever above 101°F, blood in your stool, dizziness and other signs of dehydration, severe abdominal pain, or diarrhea that lasts beyond two to three days. — Angela Haupt, Time, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for dehydration
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  • While dryness or irritation can happen when someone begins using retinol, starting slowly—just using it once or twice a week at night—can allow the skin to ease into it.
    — Amber Sayer, Health, 15 July 2026
  • Scientists warn that climate change caused in part by the burning of fuels like gasoline, oil and coal is exacerbating the frequency and intensity of heat and dryness, making certain regions more vulnerable to wildfires.
    — Suman Naishadham, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
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“Dehydration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dehydration. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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