be sick
Example Sentences
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“The Nation may be sick unto speedy death & past help,” he wrote as the proclamation went into effect in January 1863, “but if so, it’s last great Act is one of Repentance & Restitution.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026
And if I hadn’t asked the internet, would I still be sick?
From Slate • Jul. 26, 2025
Argentina must be sick of the sight of Ford.
From BBC • Jul. 5, 2025
They may be sick of him, but they sure know how to manipulate him.
From Salon • May 15, 2025
Jon tended to be sick a lot, poor kid.
From "Shooting Kabul" by N. H. Senzai
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