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convalescence

[kon-vuh-les-uhns] / ˌkɒn vəˈlɛs əns /
NOUN
helplessness
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His seven-person medical team were indicted over the conditions of his convalescence in the northern Buenos Aires suburb of Tigre, described by prosecutors as grossly negligent.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Helping her convalescence was Matt McDermott, whom Pratt had met when they were working together at Amoeba Music in Hollywood in 2014.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2024

Despite his recent convalescence, the King has carried on with his constitutional role, including regular private meetings with the prime minister.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2024

Kensington Palace, where Catherine and her husband, Prince William, have their offices, did not release any new details on her condition or convalescence.

From New York Times • Mar. 10, 2024

Well, I naturally felt older—I began at that point the emotional examination to note how far my convalescence had gone—I was taller, bigger generally in relation to these stairs.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles




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