illnesses

Example Sentences

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Three of her four siblings died young from accidents or illnesses, and her mother died before Duncan turned 4.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

In a typical year, the California Poison Control System may receive up to five reported illnesses linked to poisonous mushrooms, according to authorities.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Welsh Water said low-levels of cryptosporidium, a parasite which can cause stomach illnesses, were found during initial testing of the untreated water.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

My partner recently had the same series of illnesses and we rushed to the hospital in an ambulance; a few hours difference and his outcome might have been as dire.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

Not only were they all grateful for her help in banishing illnesses, but they insisted on paying her.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack