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acute

[uh-kyoot] / əˈkyut /






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“There are already acute shortages in natural gas, and there are also shortages in fertilizer and helium. If this isn’t curtailed within six to eight months, you’ll see challenges,” Pyziur explained.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

The analysis brought together evidence from 59 systematic reviews covering more than 50 acute pain conditions affecting both children and adults.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

The issue is acute enough that local Moscow-installed authorities have had to launch a special hotline to assist them.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Bean died the next year, at 60, 11 months after being diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

He does, and the sudden silence is acute.

From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon




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