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contagious disease

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An infectious disease that is spread through contact with infected individuals; also called a communicable disease. Contact with the bodily secretions of such individuals, or with objects that they have contaminated, can also spread this kind of disease.

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"They didn't even consider the possibility of having such a contagious disease," he added.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

"Measles is a highly contagious disease that can lead to serious complications, particularly for those who are unvaccinated."

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2025

Five years after COVID-19 was declared a pandemic, we seem to have a lot more contagious disease, not less.

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2025

Babies are at high risk from the highly contagious disease.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2024

She wondered if there had been a fire, or an outbreak of a contagious disease, or if a band of ruthless highwaymen had been spotted nearby!

From "The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I: The Mysterious Howling" by Maryrose Wood

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