as in manifestations
something that indicates the presence of something else (such as a disease or problem)
A sore throat, a runny nose, and frequent sneezing are some of the symptoms of the common cold. Homelessness is only a symptom of larger problems in our society.
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Recent Examples of symptoms
People should monitor for one to three weeks after potential exposure for symptoms including fever, cough, runny nose, rash or red eyes.
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Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2026
The luteal phase covers days 15 through 28, when progesterone dominates, appetite climbs, energy drops and PMS symptoms peak in the days before menstruation.
—Allison Palmer
updated June 13, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke share similar symptoms, such as dizziness, fatigue, headache and nausea, although heat stroke is more severe and needs hospitalization.
—Michelle Marchante
june 13, Miami Herald, 13 June 2026
But cases are on the rise as more people report symptoms such as hives, diarrhea and itchiness after eating as little as a mouthful of meat and — in some cases — dairy.
—Matthew Perrone, Fortune, 13 June 2026
Even something as simple as blinking less often than usual can dry out your eyes and trigger the symptoms.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026
Your provider will start with a physical exam to inspect your nails and look for any other signs or symptoms of disease.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health said the person who contracted bird flu had mild symptoms, was treated with antivirals and is now recovering at home.
—Greg Wehner, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
Pep Guardiola’s list of symptoms is long and unsettling.
—Rory Smith, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2026
The luteal phase covers days 15 through 28, when progesterone dominates, appetite climbs, energy drops and PMS symptoms peak in the days before menstruation.
—Allison Palmer
updated June 13, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke share similar symptoms, such as dizziness, fatigue, headache and nausea, although heat stroke is more severe and needs hospitalization.
—Michelle Marchante
june 13, Miami Herald, 13 June 2026
But cases are on the rise as more people report symptoms such as hives, diarrhea and itchiness after eating as little as a mouthful of meat and — in some cases — dairy.
—Matthew Perrone, Fortune, 13 June 2026
Even something as simple as blinking less often than usual can dry out your eyes and trigger the symptoms.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026
Your provider will start with a physical exam to inspect your nails and look for any other signs or symptoms of disease.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Health, 24 Dec. 2024
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health said the person who contracted bird flu had mild symptoms, was treated with antivirals and is now recovering at home.
—Greg Wehner, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
Pep Guardiola’s list of symptoms is long and unsettling.
—Rory Smith, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for symptoms
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Meanwhile, here are some other Bay Area manifestations of the Miles/Coltrane centennial.—
Andrew Gilbert,
Mercury News,
28 May 2026
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Murphy won't say, for fear of sharing her manifestations.—
Rebecca Aizin,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
Noun
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The driver, identified as Rivas, showed signs of impairment, state police alleged, and fled as troopers checked him out for a potential DWI arrest.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
9 June 2026
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Days later, the campaign was printing the slogan on lawn signs and using it on social media.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Laboratory evaluations indicate specific performance characteristics under varied operational environments.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
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Louise Cottar believes this cultural connection is one of the defining characteristics of the camp.—
Sarah Kingdom,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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“Symptoms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symptoms. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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