ailing
Example Sentences
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You say your ailing, aging relative is no longer your problem and that they have acted impulsively and shown little gratitude for your past help.
From MarketWatch
For countries like Germany, the “Build With Ukraine” initiative allows them to couple state subsidies with Ukrainian innovation, revitalizing sluggish economies and retooling ailing factories.
Related: ‘I am fearful’: My ailing relative is being forced into assisted living.
From MarketWatch
Enthusiastic about the warming weather, Commander Kane sent seven ailing crew members out to explore and hunt for fresh meat.
From Literature
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Maybe Rice, who has been out since late November, would have elevated the Trojans’ ailing offense.
From Los Angeles Times
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