malnourished
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“Credible information was received indicating that many of the cats were sick, malnourished and in need of medical attention,” the statement read.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 23, 2026
The BBC has found increasing numbers of people are arriving at hospitals across the South East either malnourished or with nutrient deficiencies.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
Outside the capital city, North Korea remains poor, with nearly half of its 26 million residents malnourished, according to a U.N. report.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 8, 2026
But even if that happens, it will be malnourished, vulnerable to infection and less able to devote the energy needed for reproduction.
From Barron's ● May 22, 2026
Soiled and subdued, she looked like a small malnourished relative of my previous sister.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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