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diseased

[dih-zeezd] / dɪˈzizd /


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In medicine, they could function as "nano-surgeons," locating diseased cells and delivering targeted treatments with precision.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

For instance, the NHS has not invested in CT coronary angiogram machines, which allow clinicians to scan hearts to check if they are diseased.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

"White blood cells specialize in fighting infection, for example. But knowing what an unusual or diseased blood cell looks like under a microscope is an important part of diagnosing many diseases."

From Science Daily • Jan. 13, 2026

Roberts doesn’t offer much empathy for the poor, diseased critter other than a pause when Ben momentarily ponders his reflection in a pool as Adrian Johnston’s eerie synth-piano score tinkles.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2026

Other demons bounded alongside him: Idiptu, Tirid, and some I didn't recognize—all bigger, uglier, more diseased.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda