dialysis

[dahy-al-uh-sis] / daɪˈæl ə sɪs /

NOUN

separation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

departure disengagement dissolution divorce estrangement partition segregation split

STRONG

break detachment disconnection disjunction dissociation disunion division divorcement embarkation farewell gap parting rift rupture severance

WEAK

dedomiciling disrelation leave-taking parting of the ways pffft split-up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

connection juncture marriage union

STRONG

agreement association attachment closing closure combination greeting hello

WEAK

togetherness

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Her lupus was damaging her heart, lungs and kidneys, leaving her on the cusp of needing dialysis.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Over the years, the union has submitted dozens of local and statewide ballot initiatives, including ones to cap the pay of hospital executives, regulate dialysis clinics, and raise the minimum wage of healthcare workers.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Coresh said medications and lifestyle changes can help prevent progression to dialysis or kidney transplantation when the condition is caught early enough.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

There is no treatment; doctors can offer only supportive care, such as hydration, artificial respiration or dialysis.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

Her kidneys shrank to the size of raisins, and although I wanted what was best for her, I naturally assumed the vet was joking when he suggested dialysis.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris

dialysis

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