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as in disease
an abnormal state that disrupts a plant's or animal's normal bodily functioning
suffered from a mysterious illness that left her weak and tired all the time
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as in sickness
the condition of not being in good health
prone to illness as a child, he was sent to a western ranch with the expectation that it would toughen him up
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Recent Examples of illness
Federal officials said the new lab will expand the FDA's research capability to manage foodborne illness outbreaks and ensure safety for food, drugs and cosmetics.
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Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 18 June 2026
Wondering whether OpenAI’s large language models could help geneticists make progress pairing patients’ illnesses with specific genes, Brownstein and the Manton Center’s researchers worked with OpenAI and Shringarpure to see whether publicly available products could provide new answers.
—Jared Perlo, NBC news, 18 June 2026
According to the Cleveland Clinic, infant botulism is a rare but serious illness that can affect babies under 12 months.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026
Athletes pushing themselves physically in hot and humid conditions risk getting what's called exertional heat illness.
—ABC News, 18 June 2026
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Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 18 June 2026
Wondering whether OpenAI’s large language models could help geneticists make progress pairing patients’ illnesses with specific genes, Brownstein and the Manton Center’s researchers worked with OpenAI and Shringarpure to see whether publicly available products could provide new answers.
—Jared Perlo, NBC news, 18 June 2026
According to the Cleveland Clinic, infant botulism is a rare but serious illness that can affect babies under 12 months.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026
Athletes pushing themselves physically in hot and humid conditions risk getting what's called exertional heat illness.
—ABC News, 18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for illness
Noun
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An investigation revealed that the horse was suffering from multiple diseases and was a decade older than his driver had initially reported, according to the organization.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Those who have been vaccinated or previously had measles are likely protected against the disease.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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God had never mandated sickness for His image and likeness, and I could not be fooled into feeling the effects of what was simply an unreal suggestion coming to thought.—
Reece Schaberg,
Christian Science Monitor,
18 June 2026
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That is a genuine cultural sickness.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
16 June 2026
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Now, leading medical organizations like the World Health Organization recognize obesity as a chronic medical condition that can drive numerous other health ailments such as diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease and potentially even cancer.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Before going down with the season-ending ailment, Thornton had unseated Chau Smith-Wade as the team’s starting nickel corner prior to the Week 11 win over Atlanta.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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Ultimately, a ballot initiative won’t cure the ills that plague healthcare in the United States, said the Lown Institute’s Saini.—
Kff Health News,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Many Barcelona residents feel the Sagrada Familia's fame has driven some of overtourism's worst ills.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 June 2026
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Symptoms include a rash, which can appear three to five days after onset of illness, cough, runny nose and red and watery eyes, as well as a fever that can be higher than 101 degrees.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Specialized unit built for tight spaces As summer temperatures rise and futbol fever spreads, the department's new bike EMS team is positioned to ease concerns during emergencies.—
Bo Evans,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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“Illness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/illness. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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