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diarrhea

noun

ˌdī-ə-ˈrē-ə

Definition of diarrhea

as in trots

abnormally frequent intestinal evacuations with more or less fluid stools I was taken with severe diarrhea while attending the conference

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Recent Examples of diarrhea Common symptoms include watery diarrhea and stomach aches, but can also include nausea, headaches, vomiting and loss of appetite. — Zachary Folk, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 People who develop Cyclosporiasis can experience diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss, cramping, bloating, nausea and fatigue. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2026 Symptoms of salmonella can include diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps. — Faris Tanyos, CBS News, 9 Aug. 2026 Cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection that causes explosive diarrhea, continue to rise across the United States. — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for diarrhea

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Outside, another Pom, named Armand, trots across a massive video marquee, watching over Flamingo Road like a furry patron saint of indulgence.

— Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 25 June 2026
Contributing Travel Editor Andrew Sessa spins the globe — and trots around it, too — to bring CNT the latest and greatest news and notes from destinations far and wide.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 June 2026

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Justin Slaten threw wildly to first, and two runs scored on the play, giving the White Sox a 7-5 lead.

— LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Right-hander Tanner Bibee gave up four runs (three earned) over 5 2/3 innings for the Guardians (57-58), including back-to-back homers from Brett Baty and Polanco.

— Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026

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