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as in hells
a state in which everything is out of order
the general disorder of the room after the guests finally left the party
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2
as in diseases
an abnormal state that disrupts a plant's or animal's normal bodily functioning
afflicted all her life with a nervous disorder
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as in disrupts
to undo the proper order or arrangement of
be careful not to disorder the carefully arranged contents of the dresser
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Recent Examples of disorders
Matthew Perrone The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 11 Mar. 2026
The company in recent years expanded into blood disorders with the approval of its gene-editing treatment Casgevy and acute pain with its drug Journavx.
—Angelica Peebles, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
Patients affected by the condition targeted by Tuesday’s approval experience movement disorders, seizures and other neurological problems that can resemble symptoms of autism.
—Matthew Perrone, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
Carrum has built centers of excellence across nearly all medical specialties, and treatment of substance use disorders is the company’s most recent foray.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
On homelessness, Mahan has spoken about his support for forcing the homeless to undergo treatment for drug addiction and mental health disorders.
—Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 8 Mar. 2026
The building houses formerly homeless people in recovery from behavioral health disorders — and the victim was living on the straight and narrow, a law enforcement source said.
—Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 8 Mar. 2026
The Institute is affiliated with the University of Oklahoma and provides comprehensive ophthalmology services, including treatment for cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases, corneal conditions, pediatric eye disorders and more.
—Community's Choice Awards, Oklahoman, 7 Mar. 2026
Researchers are also studying ways to monitor enzymes and other biomarkers that could signal pancreatic disorders or early-stage cancer.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Mar. 2026
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Patients affected by the condition targeted by Tuesday's approval experience movement disorders, seizures and other neurological problems that can resemble symptoms of autism.
—Matthew Perrone The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 11 Mar. 2026
The company in recent years expanded into blood disorders with the approval of its gene-editing treatment Casgevy and acute pain with its drug Journavx.
—Angelica Peebles, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
Patients affected by the condition targeted by Tuesday’s approval experience movement disorders, seizures and other neurological problems that can resemble symptoms of autism.
—Matthew Perrone, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
Carrum has built centers of excellence across nearly all medical specialties, and treatment of substance use disorders is the company’s most recent foray.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
On homelessness, Mahan has spoken about his support for forcing the homeless to undergo treatment for drug addiction and mental health disorders.
—Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 8 Mar. 2026
The building houses formerly homeless people in recovery from behavioral health disorders — and the victim was living on the straight and narrow, a law enforcement source said.
—Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 8 Mar. 2026
The Institute is affiliated with the University of Oklahoma and provides comprehensive ophthalmology services, including treatment for cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases, corneal conditions, pediatric eye disorders and more.
—Community's Choice Awards, Oklahoman, 7 Mar. 2026
Researchers are also studying ways to monitor enzymes and other biomarkers that could signal pancreatic disorders or early-stage cancer.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disorders
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Smith stays largely mum on the news of the day, be that Kirk’s killing, or ICE raids, or whatever hells await in the coming weeks.—
Sam Kestenbaum,
Vulture,
2 Jan. 2026
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The protagonist's youth doesn't defang the story, as Silent Hill f wastes no time thrusting Hinako and her friends into their personal hells.—
Zackery Cuevas,
PC Magazine,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Apart from restoring motor function, it could also be used to help restore speech, vision, or even be used to treat debilitating diseases like epilepsy or Parkinson’s.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2026
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And they're already threatened by habitat loss and their own diseases.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
13 Mar. 2026
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The back line compresses space, the midfield disrupts passing lanes and Ferree has commanded his box with composure beyond his years.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Alcohol disrupts a person’s motor skills, which can affect their control of their vehicle.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Mar. 2026
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Macaroons are chewy jumbles of coconut bound together with egg whites and sweetened condensed milk.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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The result also spotlights conference championships’ awkward fit in the current system, particularly given the fact that conference expansion has led to jumbles atop each league’s standings.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
7 Dec. 2025
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Experts continue to recommend vaccination as a tactic to prevent viral illnesses and chronic diseases like lung cancer.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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The ability to provide something that is close to the real thing will be groundbreaking for families touched by ALS, Cerebral Palsy, Motor Neuron disease and other debilitating illnesses.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Learn about Outside Online's affiliate link policy Go somewhere that confuses your algorithm.—
Kevin Sintumuang,
Outside,
10 Mar. 2026
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An actress in 1962 Cuban, as its missiles crisis rages, confuses her role in a film and real life.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
9 Mar. 2026
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However, the resulting electronic fog messes with the navigation systems of commercial vessels that aren’t involved in the conflict.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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Keep reading to learn how to tackle messes room by room, from play areas to bedrooms and beyond, all while using products that are safe for tiny hands and curious mouths.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Mar. 2026
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The complaint states Geter Pinder suffers from severe emotional distress, anxiety, paranoia about her safety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other ailments.—
Abby Dodge,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
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The complaint states Geter Pinder suffers from severe emotional distress, anxiety, paranoia about her safety, post-traumatic stress disorder and other ailments.—
Abby Dodge,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Disorders.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disorders. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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