lingering illness
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An illness that continues for a long time, often not very seriously.
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- Despite treatment, he suffered from a lingering illness for several months.
- The doctor warned that a simple cold could turn into a lingering illness if not properly cared for.
- Her lingering illness prevented her from attending many social events.
- After the trip, she developed a lingering illness that kept her home for weeks.
- The child's lingering illness was a constant worry for his parents.
- Many elderly people often contend with some form of lingering illness.
- It's important to monitor even a seemingly minor condition to prevent it from becoming a lingering illness.
- He attributed his fatigue to a lingering illness he had contracted abroad.
- The recovery from the accident was complicated by a lingering illness.
- A lingering illness can significantly impact one's quality of life and productivity.