fall ill
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It was strikingly bad luck for Talarico to fall ill for so long so close to the campaign’s conclusion.
From Slate ● Oct. 16, 2026
"Our hope is that they would be equipped with oxygen, nurses, and everything needed. So, if there are children who fall ill, they can be treated there. That's what we really want."
From Barron's ● Oct. 15, 2026
The extreme heat has caused people to fall ill with dehydration and heatstroke, and has increased the risk of complications for those with heart, kidney and respiratory problems.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
Additionally, many people don’t fall ill right away, and not all cases are reported.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
To see a glowworm in one’s dreams meant a loved one would fall ill.
From "The Ugly One" by Leanne Statland Ellis
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