chronic
Example Sentences
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Endometriosis is a chronic, often painful, condition that occurs when cells similar to the lining of the womb grow elsewhere in the body.
From BBC
Older adults and people with chronic conditions are especially at risk.
From Science Daily
The cases center on users like Kaley G.M., the plaintiff in the Los Angeles case, who said she developed depression, chronic anxiety and body image issues from early and intense exposure to social media.
From Barron's
Its crown jewel is a pill to treat a blood cancer known as chronic myeloid leukemia.
McPaul had been a resident at the care home since 2009 and suffered from osteoarthritis and chronic oedema, while having a history of choking on his food.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
