unresponsiveness

Example Sentences

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A medically-induced coma is when sedatives are used to put a patient into a reversible state of deep unresponsiveness, to try and protect the brain from traumatic damage.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

That’s important because the current board has been widely criticized for its opacity and unresponsiveness.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 29, 2024

Drowsiness and clumsiness, agitation or decreased activity may indicate impacts to the central nervous system and may be followed by vomiting, unresponsiveness and convulsions.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2023

The couple said they attempted to work with the city to address two properties near their home, but became disillusioned with what they say is inaccurate recordkeeping and unresponsiveness.

From Washington Times • Dec. 20, 2020

But I never touched even the outer edges of her susceptibilities, and it was this complete unresponsiveness that healed my wound, even before I was aware.

From Crestlands A Centennial Story of Cane Ridge by Bayne, Mary Addams