as in to identify
to find out or establish the identity of
Experts have introduced new technology for diagnosing certain types of cancer in their early stages.
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Recent Examples of diagnose
King Charles was diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer in February 2024 and has been regularly undergoing treatment since then.
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Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 10 Apr. 2026
Just 13% of people with pancreatic cancer live five years after they’re diagnosed, a number that hasn’t changed much despite the outlook for other cancers improving thanks to new drugs like immunotherapy.
—Angelica Peebles, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
The number of people in the county diagnosed with active tuberculosis has been increasing since 2020, but multi-drug resistant tuberculosis is less common.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
The ‘Power of Love’ singer, who has been battling her way back to good health after being diagnosed with the rare neurological condition Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) in 2022, last gave a big solo concert in New York in the spring of 2020.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 7 Apr. 2026
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Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 10 Apr. 2026
Just 13% of people with pancreatic cancer live five years after they’re diagnosed, a number that hasn’t changed much despite the outlook for other cancers improving thanks to new drugs like immunotherapy.
—Angelica Peebles, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026
The number of people in the county diagnosed with active tuberculosis has been increasing since 2020, but multi-drug resistant tuberculosis is less common.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
The ‘Power of Love’ singer, who has been battling her way back to good health after being diagnosed with the rare neurological condition Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) in 2022, last gave a big solo concert in New York in the spring of 2020.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 7 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diagnose
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Zelenskyy didn't identify the countries involved but said Ukrainian personnel operated across several nations, helping strengthen their air defense systems.—
Brian Dakss,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Spain and China plan to sign an investment agreement during the three-day visit that begins Saturday, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing private negotiations.—
Daniel Basteiro,
Bloomberg,
10 Apr. 2026
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After Judith’s husband Kobi found that issue of Life magazine in 1981, she and her brother were stunned to learn the extent of their father’s heroism.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
PEOPLE,
14 Apr. 2026
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The sheriff's office said possible human trafficking victims were identified and evidence of prostitution was found at Eva Massage on Cross Timbers Road and Sun Massage on Flower Mound Road.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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But a report published on Wednesday evaluating how effective film subsidies are at creating local employment said that only 30 percent of the $100 million Oklahoma sees in production spend each year goes to in-state workers in the form of wages.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2026
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But Sheinbaum said a technical committee will spend two months evaluating less harmful methods, such as utilizing nonpotable water and reducing chemical additives.—
María Verza,
Fortune,
9 Apr. 2026
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Hopkins lived in a tower within the Frederick Douglass Houses located about three blocks from where he was killed, police said.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
10 Apr. 2026
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After the interview, Espinoza told Horner out again, hoping to locate Athena’s body.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
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Diastasis recti can be diagnosed by a pelvic floor therapist, ob-gyn, or primary cary doctor, who can assess both the separation and how well your core is functioning.—
Ronnie Koenig,
SELF,
9 Apr. 2026
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For these three types of extensions, Marjan recommends consulting a professional who can assess the best placement based on your hair’s needs, texture, and integrity.—
Hunter Lacey,
Allure,
9 Apr. 2026
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Romvari’s images are distinguished by their dual sense of logical efficacy and aesthetic loft.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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Experts emphasize the importance of distinguishing between a true buffalo hump and other conditions.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
12 Apr. 2026
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The Association of Southeast Asian Nations was among the outside groups that did not recognize Myanmar's elections after most opposition groups were excluded and dissent was tightly restricted.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Islamabad also has a deep relationship with Saudi Arabia and is cozy with Iran, which was the first country to recognize Pakistan following independence in 1947, with the two neighbors sharing a 560-mile border and deep historical, cultural, and religious ties.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
9 Apr. 2026
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Police are investigating a shooting that happened at a Chick-fil-A in Union Township, New Jersey, on Saturday night.—
Naomi Ruchim,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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The university has been investigating the chats since last fall, according to a federal First Amendment lawsuit filed by four of the students facing conduct charges.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Diagnose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diagnose. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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