characterized by
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Cyclosporiasis is a food-borne illness characterized by explosive diarrhea that can last weeks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
The illness is characterized by discomfort, and while it can be frustrating when symptoms relapse, it’s not life-threatening for most people, according to the CDC.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 14, 2026
And here in L.A., in a city characterized by its distance, I have, with David, built a close chosen family that supports and fully understands me.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 3, 2026
During a heat wave, there are three conditions to watch out for: dehydration; heat exhaustion, which can be characterized by headaches and nausea; and the more serious heatstroke.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026
One advantage of the Fertile Crescent is that it lies within a zone of so-called Mediterranean climate, a climate characterized by mild, wet winters and long, hot, dry summers.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
