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Inexorably, Mr. McCarthy drives toward the view that what ails American men is the macho belief that men should always have their guard up, never complaining or revealing what’s going on inside.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Still, a strong sequel has often proved a cure for what ails Hollywood, and the Thanksgiving weekend was no exception.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 1, 2025

Note to all cellar-dwelling NFL teams: If you’re seeking a cure for what ails you, check your schedule for when you’ll be playing the Rams.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 16, 2024

Endeavoring to put what ails us in a greater context then requires maintaining a curiosity for all of life’s wrinkles.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2024

“What ails you, Lurvy? Can’t you see the pig is all right?”

From "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White