as in manifestation
something that indicates the presence of something else (such as a disease or problem)
A sore throat, a runny nose, and frequent sneezing are some of the symptoms of the common cold. Homelessness is only a symptom of larger problems in our society.
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Recent Examples of symptom
People with this disease have trouble with movement, while other symptoms include poor coordination, stiffness, trouble thinking, and trouble with speech or language.
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Simon Perry, People.com, 10 July 2025
Recognize the signs of dehydration, which may include symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, headaches, and muscle cramps.
—Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 10 July 2025
The symptoms of magnesium deficiency vary because the mineral is a multi-tasker.
—Maria Berentzen, Vogue, 30 June 2025
Solutions that tackle the root cause—the separation between management and funding—would generate greater federal savings but face stronger resistance due to their fiscal impact on states and providers, compared to those that merely treat the symptoms.
—Ge Bai, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Simon Perry, People.com, 10 July 2025
Recognize the signs of dehydration, which may include symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, headaches, and muscle cramps.
—Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 10 July 2025
The symptoms of magnesium deficiency vary because the mineral is a multi-tasker.
—Maria Berentzen, Vogue, 30 June 2025
Solutions that tackle the root cause—the separation between management and funding—would generate greater federal savings but face stronger resistance due to their fiscal impact on states and providers, compared to those that merely treat the symptoms.
—Ge Bai, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for symptom
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These methods address not just the emotional but the physical manifestations of moral injury and foster long-term resilience.—
Yujia Zhu,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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Wimbledon is the tennis manifestation of this attitude, the sensible friend who likes to call it a night early.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
6 July 2025
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Jim Lee and Robert Kirkman will hold panels and, in a sign of its growing popularity, there will be a host of anime and manga panels.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 July 2025
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Lawn will show signs when something isn't right and its care needs aren't being met.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
10 July 2025
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There are nearly 50 species of pine trees native to North America with diverse characteristics and growing preferences.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 July 2025
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That’s why researchers have spent decades trying to use genetics and behavioral characteristics to divide the spectrum into meaningful subtypes.—
Allison Parshall,
Scientific American,
10 July 2025
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“Symptom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symptom. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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