as in to nurse
to place (someone) in a hospital for care or treatment
The doctor wants to hospitalize her for a few days so that he can run some tests.
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Recent Examples of hospitalize
At least one person was hospitalized Wednesday morning after a stabbing in Long Beach, authorities said.
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Austin Turner, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
Megan Thee Stallion was hospitalized mid-performance of the Broadway musical Moulin Rouge!
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2026
At least three injured people were hospitalized in Ternate.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
Bob’s Burgers voice actor and Flight of the Conchords alum Eugene Mirman has been hospitalized with serious injuries after he was involved in a fiery car crash.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
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Austin Turner, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
Megan Thee Stallion was hospitalized mid-performance of the Broadway musical Moulin Rouge!
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 1 Apr. 2026
At least three injured people were hospitalized in Ternate.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
Bob’s Burgers voice actor and Flight of the Conchords alum Eugene Mirman has been hospitalized with serious injuries after he was involved in a fiery car crash.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hospitalize
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According to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, the calf stood, took early steps, and began nursing shortly after birth.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
24 Mar. 2026
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The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium said the calf stood, took early steps, and began nursing shortly after birth and is now acclimating to his surroundings in the giraffe barn.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2026
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Officials said one resident was taken to the hospital with minor burns, several others were treated on the scene and released, and the two White Settlement police officers were taken to the hospital to be evaluated for possible smoke inhalation.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Several other residents were treated at the scene and released.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Mar. 2026
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In March 2015, Matthew Muller invaded Quinn's Vallejo home, blindfolding and drugging the couple.—
Julie Watts,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Igor, for his part, is the sort of hero who, unless he is tied up, drugged or hit from behind, will get the best of any opponent; even one with a gun.—
Television Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Mar. 2026
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Parents said the historical significance of the moment made attending the watch party a must.—
Samantha Chaney,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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The school is run by the nonprofit group Shining Hope for Communities and many students attend through grants.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Your out-of-pocket costs without insurance could range from around $199 per month to $449 per month, depending on the medication and dose your provider prescribes.—
Rebecca Strong,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2026
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Under current guidelines explained by the Washtenaw County Health Department, the first vaccine dose is usually given at about age 1, with the second dose at about age 4.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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“Hospitalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hospitalize. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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