epidemic
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Kennedy did not discuss his vaccine agenda, instead focusing on "ending the era of federal policies that fuelled the chronic disease epidemic" in the US.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
I’m part of an epidemic among retirees, I’m convinced.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
At the same time, chronic pain remains a widespread and costly condition, often described as a 'silent epidemic.'
From Science Daily • Mar. 28, 2026
The outcome of the Los Angeles trial is expected to establish a precedent for resolving other lawsuits that blame social media for fueling an epidemic of mental and emotional trauma.
From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026
His recommendation to the German government: if it wanted to do something about the epidemic, it needed to end the malnutrition, overcrowding, and poor hygiene.
From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French
Vocabulary lists containing epidemic
Human Geography - Middle School
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Human Geography - High School
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