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Emaciation
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a state of extreme thinness and weakness, often due to illness, starvation, etc.
Example
The emaciation of the refugees was evident, as they had gone weeks without sufficient food.
Prolonged illness had led to the emaciation of the patient, who needed immediate nutritional support.
The veterinarian was alarmed by the emaciation of the stray dog and quickly began a feeding regimen.
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