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Cushing

Noun

1. A rare disease caused by excessive production of cortisol by the adrenal glands, resulting in obesity, muscle weakness, and hypertension.

Sample sentence: My cousin was diagnosed with Cushing last year and has been undergoing treatment since then.

Noun

2. A common surname of English origin.

Sample sentence: The author of that book goes by the name Jane Cushing.

Verb

1. To cause excessive stress or pressure on someone or something.

Sample sentence: The constant workload was starting to cush the employees, leading to decreased productivity.

Adjective

1. Referring to something or someone from or associated with Cushing, a city in Oklahoma, United States.

Sample sentence: The Cushing community came together to support the local high school after a devastating tornado hit the town.