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View definitions for relapse

relapse

noun as in deterioration, weakening

verb as in deteriorate, weaken

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Example Sentences

She said as well as the effect on Charmaine's mental health, for some there was a risk of relapse or reoffending.

From BBC

Current data do not support a strong causal link between involuntary treatment and treatment adherence, relapse prevention or social functioning.

From Salon

He has seen former prisoners relapse and reoffend on the streets due to a lack of support.

From BBC

He got off his sick bed to score in a 4-1 victory over Crewe to round off the season, but then relapsed and suffered with pneumonia, which eventually killed him.

From BBC

“And I think it’s inappropriate to start what would almost be cashing in on their relapse.”

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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