patch

Example Sentences

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The demand for estradiol patches—which deliver steady doses of estrogen—is soaring as women seek relief from symptoms of menopause and perimenopause.

From The Wall Street Journal

The surgeons had been able to patch up the holes in his heart and created valves, but they are leaking badly, with his condition managed by medication.

From BBC

In 2010 she was going through a "rough patch" after her partner had left her with two young children.

From BBC

Those with growth-based views, Carroll argues, still want something special, but expect rough patches.

From BBC

If your Wi-Fi is misconfigured, uses weak passwords, or hasn’t been updated with the latest security patches, it could be vulnerable.

From Salon