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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
Early symptoms may also go away within a day, but serious to fatal liver damage can still develop within two to three days.
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Arkansas Online, 8 Feb. 2026
Early symptoms may also go away within a day, but serious to fatal liver damage can still develop within 2 to 3 days.
—CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
The Swiss team skipped the opening ceremony, and spent Friday night in isolation after one player showed symptoms of the norovirus.
—John Wawrow, Baltimore Sun, 7 Feb. 2026
Once his symptoms presented, my son struggled to do school or keep friends or jobs.
—Coley Gallagher, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Aside from the telltale rash, measles symptoms can include high fever, cough and red, watery eyes.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
That night, four players developed symptoms of norovirus.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 7 Feb. 2026
In California, a pet bitten by a potential rabies carrier, such as the wild coyote that attacked Kyle, must complete a 6-month isolation period to monitor for rabies symptoms during the disease's incubation period.
—Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, clinicians look for symptoms of angina (intense chest pain) and dyspnea, which refers to breathing difficulties.
—Outside, 31 Jan. 2026
Arkansas Online, 8 Feb. 2026
Early symptoms may also go away within a day, but serious to fatal liver damage can still develop within 2 to 3 days.
—CBS News, 7 Feb. 2026
The Swiss team skipped the opening ceremony, and spent Friday night in isolation after one player showed symptoms of the norovirus.
—John Wawrow, Baltimore Sun, 7 Feb. 2026
Once his symptoms presented, my son struggled to do school or keep friends or jobs.
—Coley Gallagher, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Aside from the telltale rash, measles symptoms can include high fever, cough and red, watery eyes.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
That night, four players developed symptoms of norovirus.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 7 Feb. 2026
In California, a pet bitten by a potential rabies carrier, such as the wild coyote that attacked Kyle, must complete a 6-month isolation period to monitor for rabies symptoms during the disease's incubation period.
—Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, clinicians look for symptoms of angina (intense chest pain) and dyspnea, which refers to breathing difficulties.
—Outside, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for symptoms
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These sorcerers combat monstrous manifestations of negative human emotion, known as Curses, using a parallel energy source called Cursed Energy.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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But this common medication is increasingly being used as a means to temper the physical manifestations of anxiety, like a racing heartbeat or rapid breath.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
21 Jan. 2026
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The girls seemed to be having a great time during these performances, interacting with fans by reacting to their costumes and signs, and creating a Candybong wave.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Many marchers also referenced the killing of Renee Nicole Good, with signs honoring both victims and calling for accountability.—
Eva Andersen,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The characteristics and size of the small starch clumps could constitute a choking hazard, said Mondelez Global, which owns the brand, particularly in young children and the elderly.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
6 Feb. 2026
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And each category has different characteristics, so part of the process is to consider how an individual pick fits into its style overall.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Symptoms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symptoms. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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