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incubation

[in-kyuh-bey-shuhn, ing-] / ˌɪn kyəˈbeɪ ʃən, ˌɪŋ- /
NOUN
gestation
Synonyms
STRONG
evolution fecundation gravidity growth maturation pregnancy reproduction ripening
Antonyms
STRONG
decrease
NOUN
preparation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
arrangement construction education establishment formation groundwork measure plan precaution preparedness qualification rehearsal study training
STRONG
alertness anticipation background base basis evolution expectation fitting foresight foundation gestation homework manufacture provision readying rundown safeguard schoolwork substructure tryout workout
WEAK
buildup dry run getting ready lead time making ready preparing putting in order
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ignorance
WEAK
ingredient unreadiness

Example Sentences

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Because of the illness’s one- to eight-week incubation period, additional cases may still be identified.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

But given the incubation period of this disease - which can be up to six weeks - it is possible more cases may be reported, the WHO said.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

According to the WHO, the incubation period for hantavirus can be up to six weeks.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

The Andes virus is distinct among hantaviruses for several reasons: It has a long incubation period of one week to eight weeks, it has a higher-than-normal fatality rate and it can be transmitted between humans.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

He called the peregrine note to awaken a mate from the incubation trance.

From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George

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