as in epidemic
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an occurrence in which a disease spreads very quickly and affects a large number of people over a wide area or throughout the world
The 1918 flu pandemic claimed millions of lives. the AIDS pandemic
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Recent Examples of pandemic
Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 2 May 2025
An index of consumer confidence fell in April to its lowest level since the onset of the pandemic.
—Scott Horsley, NPR, 2 May 2025
Shahar Ziv, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
The Miami housing market's pandemic boom is finally coming to a slowdown, as inventory rises and sales fall amid growing uncertainty over the impact of Donald Trump's tariffs on the U.S. economy and Americans' personal finances.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Creer booked a trip to attend a derby in 2020, only for the Covid pandemic to strike.
—Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 2 May 2025
An index of consumer confidence fell in April to its lowest level since the onset of the pandemic.
—Scott Horsley, NPR, 2 May 2025
Adjective
In short, after a three-year freeze on collections due to pandemic relief measures, the gloves are coming off.
—Shahar Ziv, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
The Miami housing market's pandemic boom is finally coming to a slowdown, as inventory rises and sales fall amid growing uncertainty over the impact of Donald Trump's tariffs on the U.S. economy and Americans' personal finances.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pandemic
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But advocates worry that the loss of a key part of the strategy to address the overdose epidemic in the US could set progress back.—
Deidre McPhillips,
CNN Money,
30 Apr. 2025
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Insurers have previously sued entities considered to have played a significant part in the opioid epidemic, Big Tobacco companies, and other major parties responsible for widespread damages affecting insurance premiums.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The impacts are widespread and pervasive; in major cities like Madrid, trains are not running, airports are unable to operate, and businesses and schools have closed.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 Apr. 2025
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Having heard widespread praise for Marsh around the league, Cardoso was sold by the end of her first phone call with her new coach.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2025
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View 3 Images View gallery - 3 images Perhaps one of the most pervasive longstanding technology conspiracy theories is that your smartphone is constantly listening in on your private conversations.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Apr. 2025
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The infrastructure for pervasive surveillance is in place.—
Nicole M. Bennett,
The Conversation,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Shortages due to blockade drive hunger, malnutrition Malnutrition and hunger are becoming increasingly prevalent in the Gaza Strip as Israel’s total blockade enters its third month, and aid agencies say supplies to treat and prevent malnutrition are running out.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2025
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With hacking threats becoming more prevalent, companies are prioritizing cybersecurity spending.—
Natasha Abellard,
CNBC,
5 May 2025
Adjective
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Indeed, a 2019 study by the Happiness Research Institute found that 73 percent of people who are happy with their homes also are happier in general.—
Matt Alderton,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Rich Brown Decking and Fences Regularly staining and sealing wood decks and fences around your property is part of the general upkeep.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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Accusations of scheduling favoritism were rife during the T20 tournament too.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Following the conclusion of WrestleMania 41, a period traditionally marked by roster changes and new storylines, speculation is rife about which NXT talents will be making the jump to the bigger stage.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In fact, the pair seemingly met at a birthday party for Blake Lively's daughter a month before their romance went public.—
Glamour,
Glamour,
4 May 2025
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Jeff Sargent, the National Fire Protection Association’s staff liaison to the National Electrical Code committee, told Grist that this is the first time the organization had received public comments about plug-in solar systems.—
Akielly Hu,
Wired News,
3 May 2025
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“Pandemic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pandemic. Accessed 12 May. 2025.
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