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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
When quitting feels like the only option For Khris Rogers, the symptoms that consumed her during perimenopause stole her ability to keep her job.
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Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 7 Oct. 2025
Air pollution could worsen Alzheimer’s and dementia symptoms, according to a new study.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Pumpkin seed oil may have many health benefits, including boosting skin, hair, and heart health and managing menopause symptoms.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 7 Oct. 2025
There are some general best health practices that can help minimize some disruptive perimenopause and menopause symptoms, too.
—Katherine Speller, Flow Space, 7 Oct. 2025
Over generations, this stacking of secondary variants can lead to children who have more severe symptoms than their parents.
—Santhosh Girirajan, The Conversation, 7 Oct. 2025
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
In addition to snoring, other symptoms of sleep apnea can include bruxism (teeth clenching), neck pain, anxiety, and daytime drowsiness.
—Mill Etienne, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 7 Oct. 2025
Air pollution could worsen Alzheimer’s and dementia symptoms, according to a new study.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Pumpkin seed oil may have many health benefits, including boosting skin, hair, and heart health and managing menopause symptoms.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 7 Oct. 2025
There are some general best health practices that can help minimize some disruptive perimenopause and menopause symptoms, too.
—Katherine Speller, Flow Space, 7 Oct. 2025
Over generations, this stacking of secondary variants can lead to children who have more severe symptoms than their parents.
—Santhosh Girirajan, The Conversation, 7 Oct. 2025
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
In addition to snoring, other symptoms of sleep apnea can include bruxism (teeth clenching), neck pain, anxiety, and daytime drowsiness.
—Mill Etienne, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for symptoms
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Camping, in all its modern manifestations, has become an increasingly popular and affordable go-to strategy for families eager to get outside and enjoy meaningful time together.—
Lynn O'Rourke Hayes,
Boston Herald,
28 Sep. 2025
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The science around this condition continues to evolve, and the physical and mental manifestations of CTE remain under study.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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In addition to the cut-through traffic prohibitions for trucks on residential streets, city staff will work with the City Council on ordinance revisions to strengthen penalties on truck operators and owners who do not comply with signs and restrictions.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Fellow wide receivers Chris Marshall and Cam Bates came over to celebrate with Brown before realizing he was still hunched over the ball and showed no signs of getting up.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
2 Oct. 2025
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As a professor of science education, one of my goals while preparing future teachers is to introduce them to the characteristics of scientific knowledge and how it is developed.—
Ryan Summers,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
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Typical eldest daughter characteristics include being responsible, independent, empathic, caring, a perfectionist, stressed and anxious, the Cleveland Clinic notes.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Symptoms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symptoms. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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