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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"A team of qualified doctors, including an ophthalmologist, a cardiologist and a physician, conducted a detailed examination of him and declared him medically fit," Tarar said.
From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026
At that time, Wegovy was largely viewed as an alternative to stomach-shrinking bariatric surgery, which was then the only way to medically lose more than 10% of your body weight.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 5, 2026
It’s supposed to identify who’s medically at risk in a cell with no air conditioning.
From Slate ● Jul. 31, 2026
She is currently going through her third medically induced menopause, which "shuts down" her ovaries and helps manage her pain.
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026
I am up on my tiptoes, trying to appear a mildly short boy and not a medically tiny alien child.
From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle
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