chronic

Example Sentences

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Although many infections resolve on their own in people with healthy immune systems, the virus can become chronic in individuals with weakened immunity, including organ transplant recipients and people living with HIV.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

Jurisdictions that initially limit assisted suicide to terminal illness face pressure to expand access to chronic conditions or psychological suffering.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

The differing goals between FDEs and the core product team created a chronic source of friction.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

Strauss figures earnings can double by the end of the decade, driven by chronic undersupply of new planes, despite rising oil prices.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

It was the beginning of a chronic problem for Seabiscuit, who loved eating so much that he often followed up his regular meals by consuming his own bedding.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand