deadliness

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For some, the Bayesian framework is essentially a working definition of rationality or common sense: As one learns more, one’s views change—whether about the weather or the deadliness of a disease like Covid-19.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

The trajectory of the pandemic has brought the novel coronavirus closer to influenza in terms of its prevalence and deadliness, but it’s not there yet.

From Seattle Times • May 22, 2024

About a decade ago, Chow found antibodies that enhanced the deadliness of anthrax toxin.

From Science Magazine • Jan. 16, 2024

Both theaters have highlighted the sophistication and deadliness of current targeting systems, and the porousness of current defense systems.

From Washington Times • Nov. 2, 2023

If anything, it was gaining strength and deadliness.

From "An American Plague: The True and Terrifying Story of the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1793" by Jim Murphy