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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The increase was highest among older adults, as nearly 80% of participants over 70 years old met the obesity mark, the researchers noted.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
6 Jan. 2026 -
Accepting that his obesity can be treated with GLP-1s changed Jake’s perspective on his struggle with weight.—
Abby Roedel,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
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McCarthy has also opened up about her health and weight loss journey over the years.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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This titanium whistle is about the same weight as a paper clip and is incredibly durable.—
Stephanie Gray,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Pursiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pursiness. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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