as in illness
the condition of not being in good health the overall unsoundness of her health in her last years greatly limited what she could do
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Recent Examples of unsoundness Based on Alaïa Jade’s public reputation and the structural unsoundness of the bell tower, Smullen thinks an accidental death is likely. —
Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 21 Nov. 2025 In looking back at the history of Emtech, the colt who suffered a catastrophic breakdown in Saturday’s eighth race, it was discovered that he was once placed on the Veterinarian’s List because of unsoundness. —John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2019 In 2015, 66 trees were removed by city crews because of poor health or unsoundness. —Debbie Arrington, sacbee.com, 5 May 2017 Thousands of people have been evacuated from their homes near the Oroville Dam, because of the threat of imminent flooding due to structural unsoundness. —Mercury News Readers, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2017
Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 21 Nov. 2025 In looking back at the history of Emtech, the colt who suffered a catastrophic breakdown in Saturday’s eighth race, it was discovered that he was once placed on the Veterinarian’s List because of unsoundness. —John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2019 In 2015, 66 trees were removed by city crews because of poor health or unsoundness. —Debbie Arrington, sacbee.com, 5 May 2017 Thousands of people have been evacuated from their homes near the Oroville Dam, because of the threat of imminent flooding due to structural unsoundness. —Mercury News Readers, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2017
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This series, based on a true story, explores the life of Molly Kochan (Michelle Williams), a woman living with terminal cancer who navigates her illness and childhood trauma, blending comedy and profound honesty in a way that challenges traditional narratives around death and sexuality.— Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
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The audio documentary captures the struggles of LGBTQ Christians navigating illness and death amid rejection from both their faith and the gay rights movement.— Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
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Manager Craig Stammen said Pivetta was affected by both elbow stiffness and sickness, and that the pitcher’s feedback Monday will determine if an MRI exam is needed.— Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2026
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According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, choking, especially on food, coins, and toys, is a top cause of sickness and death in children, particularly in kids 3 and younger.— ABC News, ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
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