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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Sleep deprivation is linked to heart disease, cognitive decline, obesity and numerous other problems.—
Lauran Neergaard,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2026 -
The Colorado Medical Society, which voted to support removing sugary beverages from SNAP in 2023, submitted a letter noting that studies repeatedly have linked those drinks to negative health outcomes, including obesity and diabetes.—
Meg Wingerter,
Denver Post,
7 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.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
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Barclays reiterates Tesla as equal weight Barclays says Tesla’s energy storage business is well positioned.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Pursiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pursiness. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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