failing health
Example Sentences
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My father, 75, is essentially destitute and in failing health.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 4, 2026
Despite her failing health, her family accepted the invitation.
From Slate • Jun. 25, 2025
Though his demise was not exactly surprising — Durst was 78 and had been in failing health for years — it still left him nonplussed, Jarecki said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2024
And despite what Walters reportedly said about her, O’Donnell accompanied her to the theater when, toward the end of her life, she was in failing health.
From Seattle Times • May 17, 2024
Considering her failing health, many expected this to be the last major event of her career.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
