illnesses

Example Sentences

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She only recently identified the right friend for the role after her illnesses made clear she needed to act.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

In a typical year, the California Poison Control System may receive up to five reported illnesses linked to poisonous mushrooms, according to authorities.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Welsh Water said low-levels of cryptosporidium, a parasite which can cause stomach illnesses, were found during initial testing of the untreated water.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

My partner recently had the same series of illnesses and we rushed to the hospital in an ambulance; a few hours difference and his outcome might have been as dire.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

“It’s not that simple. Some illnesses doctors can’t fix. And you’re not telling Grandma anything.”

From "The Last Last-Day-of-Summer" by Lamar Giles