epidemic of

Frequency: 8.822.0 per million words

Used to specify the particular disease or problem, e.g., 'an epidemic of cholera'.

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Examples (10)

  • The 19th century saw a devastating epidemic of cholera in many urban centers.
  • Health officials are warning of a potential epidemic of influenza this winter.
  • The country is currently battling a widespread epidemic of measles due to low vaccination rates.
  • Figuratively, we are facing an epidemic of loneliness in our increasingly digital society.
  • Authorities are struggling to control the growing epidemic of opioid addiction.
  • A sudden epidemic of food poisoning broke out after the festival.
  • Without international aid, the region could face a deadly epidemic of yellow fever.
  • The media has reported on an alarming epidemic of misinformation spreading through social networks.
  • Historical records describe a terrifying epidemic of plague that swept through Europe.
  • The government has launched a new campaign to combat the silent epidemic of mental health issues.