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unwell

[uhn-wel] / ʌnˈwɛl /


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In November 2025, the army had to pause its use of the Ajaxes after soldiers became unwell from the noise and vibration issues, with some vomiting after leaving the vehicle.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

When asked why Jordan wanted his grandmother's bank card, she said he wanted to visit his father, who was unwell.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

People feel emotionally unwell and exhausted because they know that something is deeply wrong with their society and politics.

From Salon • May 28, 2026

This rule almost certainly makes passengers much less likely to see a doctor unless they’re feeling very unwell.

From Slate • May 16, 2026

Since he was very unwell and no longer able to drive a car, one of his co-workers drove him to a private hospital in the city of Kisumu, on the shore of Lake Victoria.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston




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