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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 diagnosed
Wembanyama was the likely frontrunner to win it last season, but wound up falling short of eligibility after being diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis at the All-Star break and missing the rest of the season.
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Tim Reynolds, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
Ojeh died in May 2025 at the age of 45 after being diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer.
—Kirsty Hatcher, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
In a clip posted to their Instagram account, with Amy Ray sitting beside her, Saliers talked about how she has been diagnosed with cervical dystonia and an essential tremor — both of which have hampered her ability to sing in a clear and constant tone.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 19 Apr. 2026
The hospital diagnosed her with sepsis.
—Jordan Rau, NPR, 19 Apr. 2026
Mindy Cohn, best known for her role as Natalie in the 1980s sitcom The Facts of Life, revealed Sunday that she was diagnosed with cancer for a second time.
—Kimberly Nordyke, HollywoodReporter, 19 Apr. 2026
The Alberta Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Survivor Study included all people in Alberta, Canada, who were diagnosed with their first cancer from the ages of 15 to 39 years between 1983 and 2017.
—Tesfaye Negussie, ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
In 2019, Thompson’s wife, Rachel, was diagnosed with cancer.
—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2026
Bucklew was diagnosed at 43 years old.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
Tim Reynolds, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
Ojeh died in May 2025 at the age of 45 after being diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer.
—Kirsty Hatcher, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
In a clip posted to their Instagram account, with Amy Ray sitting beside her, Saliers talked about how she has been diagnosed with cervical dystonia and an essential tremor — both of which have hampered her ability to sing in a clear and constant tone.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 19 Apr. 2026
The hospital diagnosed her with sepsis.
—Jordan Rau, NPR, 19 Apr. 2026
Mindy Cohn, best known for her role as Natalie in the 1980s sitcom The Facts of Life, revealed Sunday that she was diagnosed with cancer for a second time.
—Kimberly Nordyke, HollywoodReporter, 19 Apr. 2026
The Alberta Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Survivor Study included all people in Alberta, Canada, who were diagnosed with their first cancer from the ages of 15 to 39 years between 1983 and 2017.
—Tesfaye Negussie, ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
In 2019, Thompson’s wife, Rachel, was diagnosed with cancer.
—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2026
Bucklew was diagnosed at 43 years old.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diagnosed
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Police have identified the woman, whose name was in Smith’s laptop.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Edmunds’ auto experts have identified the five best off-roading midsize trucks right now.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2026
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When one landowner stuck a fireworks stand on the property across the way and was letting consumers shoot them off on-site, Foreman fought it by founding the Church of Peace and Quiet.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2026
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Ksubi Ksubi is celebrating 420 by dropping a new capsule collection with STAYME70, the premium cannabis brand founded by former professional basketball player Carmelo Anthony.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
20 Apr. 2026
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The Alameda County Public Defender's Office said that Cedric Irving had already been evaluated by four separate doctors, and the District Attorney requested that Irving be evaluated by a fourth doctor, who apparently concurred.—
Carlos E. Castañeda,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Disruptions to trade routes, energy flows, and investment are already shaping how this corridor is being evaluated.—
Angela Chitkara,
Fortune,
17 Apr. 2026
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The suspect was later located in Paramount and arrested Tuesday, April 14.—
Sydney Barragan,
Oc Register,
18 Apr. 2026
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The seven-screen theater, located near the North Hollywood Metro station, is considered one of the company’s more accessible venues and a key part of the NoHo Arts District.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
18 Apr. 2026
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In the first phase, CAPE will accept refund applications for unliquidated tariffs—meaning tariffs that have been assessed but not yet finalized by CBP—and for tariffs finalized by CBP within the past 80 days.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
17 Apr. 2026
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Ball ended up being fined $60,000 for his actions during the game ($35,000 for the foul, $25,000 for postgame profanity on TV) and assessed a flagrant foul.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Apr. 2026
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Dunwoody welcomed both a new restaurant and a new tea room, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was recognized for its food, a local purveyor of sweet treats announced new flavors for the World Cup and more of this week’s happenings from the metro Atlanta food and dining scene.—
Henri Hollis,
AJC.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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Michu was recognized as the #1 Smart50 Company The company was recently recognized as the #1 Smart50 Company, a major honor that celebrates the fastest‑growing and most innovative Australian businesses.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
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These are the 15th and 16th homicides of the year investigated by OPD.—
Sierra Lopez,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2026
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District officials were notified in January that Francis was being federally investigated.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Apr. 2026
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“Diagnosed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diagnosed. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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