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Adjective in remission has 1 sense
- arrested, in remission - having development checked or reversed; "arrested tuberculosis"
Antonym: active (indirect, via inactive)
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In Remission
Part of Speech: Phrase
Definition: The temporary disappearance or subsiding of symptoms or signs of a disease. In medical terms, it refers to a period where a chronic illness or cancer is under control or in a state of dormancy.
Senses:
- Medical: The temporary disappearance or reduction of signs or symptoms of a disease.
- Informal: The temporary cessation or relief from a negative situation or experience.
Examples:
- The patient's cancer is currently in remission, but regular check-ups are necessary to monitor their condition.
- After undergoing chemotherapy, her leukemia went into remission, and she could finally regain her strength.
- They received the encouraging news that the disease had gone into remission and their son was responding well to treatment.
- Even though the pain is in remission now, it's important to follow a healthy lifestyle to prevent its recurrence.
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