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frailty

[freyl-tee, frey-uhl-] / ˈfreɪl ti, ˈfreɪ əl- /


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For Americans with sarcopenic obesity, which is characterized by extra weight and reduced muscle mass in people mostly older than 65, frailty is a major concern.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 25, 2026

His putting - where he ranked 61st on strokes gained - was his frailty, hindering his ability to climb the leaderboard.

From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026

But in some instances, it roots out the reasons we do evil to each other, inviting us to consider our human frailty.

From Salon • Jun. 16, 2026

Kirkwood recently led a long running study focused on reducing frailty in older mice.

From Science Daily • May 19, 2026

The memory of running, climbing, even dancing, was alive and throbbing within her, but frailty made her hobble and limp.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry




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