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
Former South Carolina quarterback Stephen Garcia is currently battling for his life after being diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer.
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Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 8 May 2026
Tiem has a genetic disorder called ADNP syndrome that is so rare, it has been diagnosed in fewer than 500 people worldwide.
—Scott Maxwell, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 May 2026
And then there’s the absence of curator Koyo Kouoh, who tragically died of cancer shortly after being diagnosed in 2025.
—Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 8 May 2026
That story began when daughter Audrey, at 18 months, was diagnosed with NF1 – the most common type of the medical condition which often appears in childhood – after developing dozens of brown spots that turned out to be small benign tumors under the skin.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
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Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 8 May 2026
Tiem has a genetic disorder called ADNP syndrome that is so rare, it has been diagnosed in fewer than 500 people worldwide.
—Scott Maxwell, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 May 2026
And then there’s the absence of curator Koyo Kouoh, who tragically died of cancer shortly after being diagnosed in 2025.
—Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 8 May 2026
That story began when daughter Audrey, at 18 months, was diagnosed with NF1 – the most common type of the medical condition which often appears in childhood – after developing dozens of brown spots that turned out to be small benign tumors under the skin.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diagnose
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Under certain circumstances, which were not identified, the system will initiate a reset in an attempt to improve performance.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
9 May 2026
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The Board of Education said in a letter to families that members will identify an interim superintendent who can lead the district after Dorland leaves.—
Jessica Seaman,
Denver Post,
9 May 2026
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For instance, researchers found that rapid urbanization and electrification across Asia drove brightening in cities from China to India to Sub-Saharan Africa.—
Bree Shirvell,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2026
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Business travelers will find this especially frustrating, as even VPNs usually can’t break through these restrictions in the capital.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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In its decision, the court rejected the law, saying that renewable-energy projects should be evaluated case by case.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
7 May 2026
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Guided by a panel of judges and industry mentors, contestants are evaluated on their talent, growth and performance, while audiences play a key role in determining who advances.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
7 May 2026
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The two sites are located near the Strait of Hormuz.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Debris from the rock will be analyzed by Curiosity’s Chemistry and Mineralogy (CheMin) instrument and compared with samples taken at another site, Mineral King, located nearly 525 feet below the rover’s current location.—
Adam Kovac,
Scientific American,
7 May 2026
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The congresswoman asked lawmakers to assess the situation and develop a repatriation plan by the end of the day on May 7.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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If Lively’s bid is granted, the court will schedule proceedings to assess the reputational fallout that flowed from Baldoni’s lawsuit.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
7 May 2026
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The challenge is distinguishing imbalances rooted in fundamentals from those created by policy distortions.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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Lexington is the epicenter of western North Carolina barbecue (also known as Piedmont style), which distinguishes itself from the other half of the state by adding ketchup to its signature sweet and tangy sauce.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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Retailers that effectively deploy AI in their physical stores recognize the human elements at the core of the in-person shopping experience.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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Now, just two years into that career, Ifill is being recognized with an Excellence in Nursing award as part of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s annual Celebrating Nurses program.—
Nancy Badertscher,
AJC.com,
7 May 2026
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That’s why Rosengren, UCSD colleagues Thomas Bewley and Ben Hanson, and colleagues at the University of Arizona are investigating rare, low-probability chances for destruction, thereby offering authorities the best advice on when to launch deflection missions.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 May 2026
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Prosecutors had also investigated people who expressed sympathy with Iranian attacks on Bahrain, the ministry said.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
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“Diagnose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diagnose. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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