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onset

[on-set, awn-] / ˈɒnˌsɛt, ˈɔn- /


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"The decline in spatial memory indicates a progressive onset of neurodegenerative disease that we can attribute to CSE loss," says first author Suwarna Chakraborty, a researcher in Paul's lab.

From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026

New Vogue Spa’s treatment was supremely relaxing from the onset — part Head Spa, part facial, part eye care.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Both will help delay the onset of a shortage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Jeffries' lawyers argue that he is suffering with dementia and late onset of Alzheimer's disease and is unfit to face trial alongside his partner and their alleged middleman in October.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

"This tradition goes back to the very beginning of our islands, and to the onset of our civilization. For generations my ancestors have had the grand privilege to be guardians of our most treasured jewels."

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton