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
Some people have symptoms for only a few days, while pollen counts are highest, while others will experience symptoms that last for weeks.4
Not all plants release pollen at the same time.
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Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 23 May 2025
Initial symptoms are tremors or other involuntary movements.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 13 May 2025
Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are similar to UTI symptoms but aren't caused by an infection.
—Brittany Dube, Health, 13 May 2025
The first symptoms that came to a head, so to speak, were rather subtle.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
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Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 23 May 2025
Initial symptoms are tremors or other involuntary movements.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 13 May 2025
Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are similar to UTI symptoms but aren't caused by an infection.
—Brittany Dube, Health, 13 May 2025
The first symptoms that came to a head, so to speak, were rather subtle.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for symptom
Recent Examples of Synonyms for symptom
Noun
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Inside the park, attendees can roam through physical manifestations of Nintendo games, including the Mushroom Kingdom and Donkey Kong Country.—
Sage Anderson,
Rolling Stone,
22 May 2025
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Her mom has trouble with intimate relationships and is sort of like a boy crazy mom, and Taylor's the one that's seeing the manifestation of that, and essentially comforting her mother and trying to help her.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
EW.com,
21 May 2025
Noun
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Kayla gets back to their office to find that the official sign came in, and Jimmy put her name first.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
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After all, the year started with many signs indicating that 2025 could be a strong comeback year for initial public offerings.—
Lisya Bahar Manoah,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
Noun
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North York Moors National Park The low-growing vegetation characteristic of the Moors is gray-green, rust-brown, and even purple in places.—
Mike Nolan,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2025
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From engaging with the rich tradition of equestrian fashion to exploring the nuanced world of Kentucky bourbon and even discovering the unique characteristics of Icelandic horses, Shelby County offers visitors an enriching few days in the Blue Grass State.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
23 May 2025
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“Symptom.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symptom. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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