outbreak
Example Sentences
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The demonstrations are smaller than the last major outbreak of unrest in 2022, triggered by the death in custody of Mahsa Amini, who was arrested for allegedly violating Iran's strict dress code for women.
From Barron's
Iran is no stranger to nationwide protests, but the latest demonstrations have not come close to the last major outbreak in 2022 triggered by the death in custody of Mahsa Amini, a young Iranian woman.
From Barron's
According to data from the state’s Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, the LAPD, CHP and the Sheriff’s Department saw recruitment dip significantly around the outbreak of the pandemic.
From Los Angeles Times
However, it has been dogged by infection outbreaks and concerns around the water and ventilation systems.
From BBC
They’re often to be found in the midst of an Ebola, cholera or severe malaria outbreak.
From MarketWatch
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