indisposition
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Etymology
Origin of indisposition
late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; see origin at in- 3, disposition
Vocabulary lists containing indisposition
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Especially notable so far has been the prodigious performing of Mira Nadon, returning to the lead in “Diamonds,” which due to the indisposition of Sara Mearns she performed five times.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026
But for Seattle Symphony Music Director Thomas Dausgaard and regional music lovers, the indisposition that kept him off the podium for this week’s concerts is particularly unfortunate.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 19, 2021
Mr Zeman's indisposition, therefore, casts the smooth running of that process into doubt.
From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2021
Mr Knightley arrives and, while Mr Perry consoles Mr Woodhouse for his weather-induced indisposition, he walks with Emma in the garden.
From The Guardian ● May 18, 2012
“The indisposition is passing,” said Sir Palomides bravely.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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