medically
Americanadverb
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in a way that relates to the science or practice of medicine.
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as a treatment for illness, pain, or injury; therapeutically.
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in a way that relates to one's health.
Example Sentences
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There are exemptions for being a parent to young children, serving as a caregiver or being medically frail.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 22, 2026
A spokesperson for the Ascension Seton hospitals said in a statement, “When a patient experiences a serious or life-threatening condition during pregnancy, our clinicians provide medically indicated treatment, including treatment for an ectopic pregnancy.”
From Salon ● Sep. 13, 2026
It might deny a drug and designate a cheaper one, or it might say a procedure, test or treatment isn’t medically necessary.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026
A medical assessment said a move from his care environment was "not medically justifiable" and would pose "significant risks" to his health.
From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2026
I don’t know, but we have to do whatever is best for your son medically right now.
From "Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" by Jordan Sonnenblick
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