intensive
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Operating theatres, intensive care units and even maternity wards have been relocated to protected subterranean spaces.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
The U.S. economy is less oil intensive than it used to be.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
He was told his B negative blood-type or NEO blood - was rare and he could help babies in neonatal intensive care.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
The acknowledgment underscores that despite weeks of intensive U.S. operations targeting Iran’s missile infrastructure, the threat has not been fully eliminated and continues to be a factor in the military operation.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026
"So how long will we have to wait? Mama and Baba are in intensive care, in case you've forgotten."
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
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