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severity

[suh-ver-i-tee] / səˈvɛr ɪ ti /


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The improvements seen in studies are moderate and depend on factors such as the severity of the infection and a person's overall health.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

"Given the uncertainties and severity of the illness,  there is concern about the scale of  transmission in affected communities," the WHO said Friday as it prepared to airlift five tonnes of material including infection prevention gear from Kinshasa.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

A spokesperson questioned whether the new Secretary of State would fully grasp the severity of the issues raised with Wes Streeting.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

The cumulative cost of the conflict depends entirely on its length and severity.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

And suddenly, the severity of what she’s saying hits me.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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