as in obesity
the condition of having an excess of body fat
doctors and nutritionists have warned that a pandemic of pursiness poses a major threat to the health of the American public
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Noun
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People with obesity: Vitamin D is stored in fat (adipose) tissue.—
Amy Brownstein,
Verywell Health,
27 May 2025 -
Disappointing trial results for its next-generation obesity drug shook investor confidence.—
Tima Bansal,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
Noun
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
26 May 2025
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Baby is experiencing a steady increase in head circumference, length, and weight.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
26 May 2025
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“Pursiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pursiness. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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