as in to come down (with)
to become affected with (a disease or disorder)
across the United Kingdom a number of children have gone down with chicken pox this week
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Appealing to both foodies and nature buffs, the Food Trails have become a popular way to explore the Burren and take in its ancient topography, while also getting a taste of the people, brands, and flavors that are driving today’s Ireland.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
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Been Gawk then walked three consecutive Dominican batters — Perdomo, Tatis and Ketel Marte — with two outs, the final two of which came with the bases loaded to force in runs, before Dane Dunning ended the frame by getting Soto to line out to right field.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2026
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From the kitchen, guests can catch glimpses of Hatch Cove, and in the afternoon, enjoy cocktails on the large backyard deck that overlooks original stone walls and towering trees.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
19 Mar. 2026
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Right now, some of the best spots to catch beautiful bluebonnet displays are around Brenham, Ennis, and the Hill Country.—
Newsroom Meteorologist,
Austin American Statesman,
19 Mar. 2026
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Lisa Noriega stopped working as a real estate agent and had to declare bankruptcy after contracting COVID for the sixth time.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
15 Mar. 2026
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The city plans to continue contracting with an outside vendor to provide the paramedics, EMTs and vans.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Go down (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/go%20down%20%28with%29. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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