undernourishment
- a word derived from undernourish.
- a word derived from undernourished.
Example Sentences
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“Their undernourishment is causing them all these medical issues, heart issues,” DeCaro said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
Vitamin RDAs were developed out of historical concerns with undernourishment and meeting minimum needs.
From Salon ● Jul. 16, 2024
Torero said U.N. projections for 2030 indicate that 600 million people will still be suffering from chronic undernourishment in 2030, far from the U.N. development goal of achieving “Zero Hunger” by that date.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 12, 2023
A recent report found that the pandemic caused an immediate spike in undernourishment both globally and regionally in 2020, primarily related to people losing their jobs or experiencing a reduction in work hours amid lockdowns.
From Scientific American ● Feb. 17, 2022
Frequently you can "get away" with such acts under the cover of pretending stupidity, ignorance, over-caution, fear of being suspected of sabotage, or weakness and dullness due to undernourishment.
From Simple Sabotage Field Manual by United States. Office of Strategic Services
