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outbreak

[out-breyk] / ˈaʊtˌbreɪk /


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The current outbreak - the 17th in DR Cngo's history - is caused by the Bundibugyo species of Ebola, which has no approved vaccines, though some are being worked on now.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus continued a visit to Ituri province on Sunday and has pledged support to local communities affected by the outbreak.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

It was there, at the outbreak of World War II, that he helped to “rebury” the treasures of the National Archaeological Museum to protect them from bombing raids, Nazi archaeologists and plundering soldiers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Earlier this week, the California Department of Public Health announced it was investigating a suspected E. coli outbreak linked to The Kebab Shop chain between March 27 and April 30.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

“Good God!” cried Mr. Pocket, in an outbreak of desolate desperation.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens




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