severe
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This provided clear evidence of acromesomelic dysplasia, Maroteaux type -- a very rare inherited disorder characterized by severe short stature and significant shortening of the limbs.
From Science Daily
In Obama’s White House, he suffered what for him might have been the severest penalty — being ignored.
From Los Angeles Times
Elementary teachers say they’re seeing worsening and increasingly severe behavior problems in young children and want help — although states and school districts nationwide are divided over the right approach.
From Los Angeles Times
The country is also in the grip of severe water and energy crises, despite the country’s vast oil and gas wealth.
A top environment official last year said China aimed to "basically eliminate severe air pollution by 2025", but the government did not respond when AFP asked if that goal had been met.
From Barron's
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