failing health

Example Sentences

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My father, 75, is essentially destitute and in failing health.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 4, 2026

Despite her failing health, her family accepted the invitation.

From Slate • Jun. 25, 2025

Several weeks ago, age and failing health began to catch up with Hideg, and he bounced back and forth between a hospital and a nursing home.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 24, 2024

And despite what Walters reportedly said about her, O’Donnell accompanied her to the theater when, toward the end of her life, she was in failing health.

From Seattle Times • May 17, 2024

Considering her failing health, many expected this to be the last major event of her career.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling