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acute

[uh-kyoot] / əˈkyut /






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One of the first targets could be acute myeloid leukemia, an aggressive blood cancer with limited treatment options for many patients.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

But the site's foreman, a committed revolutionary called Orlando Diaz, insists they are a well-ventilated, smart solution to the capital's acute housing crisis.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

The review found no meaningful increase in serious safety risks compared with placebo, including severe hypoglycemia or acute pancreatitis.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

The blow has been particularly acute to tech and industrials stocks, with both sectors down more than 1.5% this week.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

The secret to a successful group collaboration is a dynamic, responsive leader, and the key to being a good leader is acute observation and subtle manipulation—so subtle that no one knows they’re being manipulated.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman




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