remission
noun
re·mis·sion
ri-ˈmi-shən 
Examples of remission in a Sentence
The patient is in remission.
a temporary remission of symptoms
He was given remission for good behavior.
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Psoriasis remission occurs when the skin clears and there are no noticeable symptoms.
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The Princess’ latest outing follows the announcement of her cancer remission.
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This effectively meant the creatine doubled the efficacy of the psychotherapy, with 12 participants in the supplement group achieving full remission at the end of the eight weeks compared to just five in the placebo group.
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This advanced stage of the disease is difficult to treat, and remission may not be possible.
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Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 28 Feb. 2025
The Princess’ latest outing follows the announcement of her cancer remission.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 4 Feb. 2025
This effectively meant the creatine doubled the efficacy of the psychotherapy, with 12 participants in the supplement group achieving full remission at the end of the eight weeks compared to just five in the placebo group.
—Rich Haridy, New Atlas, 29 Jan. 2025
This advanced stage of the disease is difficult to treat, and remission may not be possible.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Health, 21 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for remission
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“Remission.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/remission. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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remission
noun
re·mis·sion
ri-ˈmish-ən
1
: the act or process of remitting
2
: a state or period during which something is remitted
Medical Definition
remission
noun
re·mis·sion
ri-ˈmish-ən
: a state or period during which the symptoms of a disease are abated
cancer in remission after treatment
compare arrest, cure entry 1 sense 1, intermission
Legal Definition
remission
noun
re·mis·sion
ri-ˈmi-shən
: the act or process of remitting
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