Osler

American

[ohs-ler, ohz-] / ˈoʊs lər, ˈoʊz- /

noun

Sir William, 1849–1919, Canadian physician and professor of medicine.

Osler British

/ ˈɒzlə /

noun

Sir William. 1849–1919, Canadian physician, pioneer of residency in medical training

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Osler says this makes chatbots capable of reinforcing delusional thinking.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 25, 2026

The study highlights what Dr. Osler describes as the "dual function" of conversational AI.

From Science Daily ● May 11, 2026

Osler said he doesn’t know how to reach Johnson or anyone else on Trump’s pardon team.

From Salon ● Nov. 13, 2025

Along with Rivers, Jamison has included a swirling constellation of other healers, both professional and unofficial, including Dr. William Osler, the singer Paul Robeson and King Arthur.

From New York Times ● May 22, 2023

Her eldest daughter, Julia Osler, married a Mr. Thomas Sayle, and they now live at Queenscliff, Australia.

From The Story of the Toys by Mary Harris Toy Dodge

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