defect

Example Sentences

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By 2023, he had a heart attack and was diagnosed with a congenital heart defect and cauda equina syndrome, the latter led to several spinal surgeries.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Although California could in theory address this defect, the ruling illustrates the constitutional challenges that states face when regulating a federal agency, and shows the need for a uniform, nationwide rule from Congress.

From Slate • Feb. 19, 2026

It requires open-heart surgery, usually in early infancy, to repair the defect, fix the valve, and prevent permanent damage to the lungs.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

After the documents’ release, major acts like Roan — the most high-profile act to defect so far — made clear that Wasserman’s ties to Maxwell and Epstein made it impossible to stay at his agency.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

She mended every defect she could find, both inside and out.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer