ailing

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However, the aquatic mammal was already considered ailing and close to death when a final, last-ditch attempt was made earlier in May.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

“Primary Trust,” which is receiving its L.A. premiere at the Mark Taper Forum, is a tonic for ailing spirits.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Hoppock said Estelle was detained on a layover, as she traveled home from visiting her ailing father in France.

From Salon • May 14, 2026

Shares of Spirit Aviation dropped about 60% over-the-counter to less than 60 cents after the Journal reported that the ailing budget airline is preparing to cease operations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Although Garfield's three older children spent the summer in the White House with their ailing father, they were unprepared for his death.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow