illness
Example Sentences
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The company has admitted there are service delays in over 100 postcodes, but it said this was due to storms and higher rates of illness among staff.
From BBC
Rudolph, 71, said she struggled to keep up with her husband’s illness and mounting financial responsibilities.
From Los Angeles Times
Ruzic is ranked 67th in the world and was one of seven lucky losers from qualifying to fill the main draw after several players pulled out through injury, illness or a schedule change.
From BBC
When illness does occur, known as toxoplasmosis, it is most serious in individuals with weakened immune systems.
From Science Daily
“I was avoiding sugar in the beginning of the illness,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.