sick bay
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of sick bay
First recorded in 1805–15
Example Sentences
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“Star Trek” will usher guests from multiple rooms aboard the ship, including a shuttle bay outfitted with a large LED screen, a sick bay and, of course, the bridge.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 16, 2025
Gates McFadden and Patrick Stewart put together a wonderful performance in sick bay.
From New York Times ● Mar. 2, 2023
Galanos, the lawyer, said it is rare for any inmates to stay longer than a few days in the sick bay barring a “serious medical condition.”
From Washington Post ● Dec. 17, 2022
That would mean he will be in a sick bay that can hold about five people, Cleare said.
From Reuters ● Dec. 14, 2022
The only minor distraction was Holly Deblin, the new girl, asking if she could go to the sick bay for a bit.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
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