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epidemic

[ep-i-dem-ik] / ˌɛp ɪˈdɛm ɪk /




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I’m part of an epidemic among retirees, I’m convinced.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

At the same time, chronic pain remains a widespread and costly condition, often described as a 'silent epidemic.'

From Science Daily • Mar. 28, 2026

The outcome of the trial is expected to establish a precedent for resolving other lawsuits that blame social media for fueling an epidemic of mental and emotional trauma.

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

Ferrer compared the current state of public understanding to the early days of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 14, 2026

Seven years older than Paul Jennings, Todd Payne was two when his father and brother died in a yellow fever epidemic.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis




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