as in obesity
the condition of having an excess of body fat
doctors and nutritionists have warned that a pandemic of pursiness poses a major threat to the health of the American public
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Noun
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Interest in the drug surged after a 2023 clinical trial reported substantial weight loss among adults with obesity.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026 -
There is no clear reason for the rise in cases, Kamal said, but experts have speculated that diet and lifestyle factors, family history and obesity may all be part of the puzzle.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
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General Daily Insight for April 02, 2026 Small choices carry surprising weight this morning.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Pursiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pursiness. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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