sick

Example Sentences

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Dogs exposed to E. multilocularis do not always become sick.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

The role was previously held by former congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, herself a controversial pick for the job, but she resigned last month to care for her sick husband.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“An overwhelming majority of Angelenos just voted to replace the current mayor because they’re sick of the status quo—and so am I,” Raman said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The next morning, I woke up feeling sick.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Newspapers had reported that Elisha was very sick.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock