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deadliness

  • a word derived from deadly.
    deadly
    adjective
    causing or tending to cause death; fatal; lethal.

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For some, the Bayesian framework is essentially a working definition of rationality or common sense: As one learns more, one’s views change—whether about the weather or the deadliness of a disease like Covid-19.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 29, 2026

About a decade ago, Chow found antibodies that enhanced the deadliness of anthrax toxin.

From Science Magazine Jan. 16, 2024

Both theaters have highlighted the sophistication and deadliness of current targeting systems, and the porousness of current defense systems.

From Washington Times Nov. 2, 2023

In this environment, the ability to switch fuels contributes to the deadliness of pancreatic cancers.

From Science Daily Oct. 9, 2023

Everyone has distinguished themselves either by strength or deadliness or cunning.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins