as in virus
an abnormal state caused by contact with harmful organisms (such as bacteria or viruses)
There is a viral infection spreading among the schoolchildren.
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Recent Examples of infection
Lowell recalls laying in the hospital bed for weeks with high fevers, her head shaved bald from a lice infection.
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Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 14 May 2025
Five majors have been played — one of which Rahm had to skip (2024 U.S. Open, foot infection) — since his switch to LIV.
—Justin Ray, New York Times, 14 May 2025
While most of these cases can be prevented with a vaccine that stops the most common strains of HPV from causing infection, physician groups still recommend routine screening because not all types of HPV can be prevented this way and not everyone gets fully vaccinated.
—Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 12 May 2025
Complications are possible and may include excessive bleeding and infection.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 3 May 2025
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Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 14 May 2025
Five majors have been played — one of which Rahm had to skip (2024 U.S. Open, foot infection) — since his switch to LIV.
—Justin Ray, New York Times, 14 May 2025
While most of these cases can be prevented with a vaccine that stops the most common strains of HPV from causing infection, physician groups still recommend routine screening because not all types of HPV can be prevented this way and not everyone gets fully vaccinated.
—Lisa Rapaport, EverydayHealth.com, 12 May 2025
Complications are possible and may include excessive bleeding and infection.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 3 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for infection
Noun
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The protesters, who are HIV-positive, did not conceal their faces — a rare occurrence in a country where the virus is still heavily stigmatized.—
Dánica Coto,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
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The administration says symptoms of the virus could include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, or fever after eating affected oysters.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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Letting a pet sleep in the bed isn't without its risks however, as the Sleep Foundation highlights the germ exposure, nighttime disruptions, and potential for territorial behavior.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 May 2025
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The three main stages of the disease are primary (exposure), latent (inactive) and active TB, each reflecting whether TB germs are still contained in the lungs or are actively wreaking havoc.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
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“Infection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/infection. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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