Pronunciation: /ɪnˈfluː.ɛn.zə/
noun a highly contagious viral infection of the respiratory passages causing fever, severe aching, and catarrh, and often occurring in epidemics
A1 Influenza is a common illness that causes fever and body aches.
A2 My sister caught influenza last winter and had to stay in bed for a week.
B1 The influenza vaccine is recommended for elderly individuals and young children.
B2 The outbreak of influenza in the city led to many schools closing down for a week.
C1 Researchers are constantly studying new strains of influenza to develop more effective vaccines.
C2 The government implemented strict measures to prevent the spread of influenza during the flu season.
verb not applicable
A1 I heard that a lot of people are influenzaing this year.
A2 She is worried about influenzaing others if she goes to work sick.
B1 The flu vaccine can help prevent you from influenzaing those around you.
B2 It is important to stay home when you are influenzaing to avoid spreading the virus.
C1 Health officials are working to prevent a widespread influenza outbreak this season.
C2 The government has implemented measures to control the spread of influenza in the country.
adjective not applicable
A1 She caught the influenza virus and had to stay in bed for a week.
A2 The doctor prescribed medication to treat her influenza symptoms.
B1 The influenza outbreak caused many schools to close temporarily.
B2 Researchers are studying the influenza vaccine to improve its effectiveness.
C1 The influenza pandemic of 1918 had a devastating impact on global population.
C2 Public health officials are working to prevent the spread of influenza through vaccination campaigns.
adverb not applicable
A1 She caught influenza and had to stay home from work.
A2 He was feeling a bit under the weather, possibly due to influenza.
B1 The doctor prescribed antiviral medication to treat her influenza.
B2 The influenza outbreak in the city led to school closures.
C1 Research shows that influenza can have serious complications in certain populations.
C2 The government implemented a vaccination campaign to prevent the spread of influenza.
pronoun not applicable
A1 Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness.
A2 I think influenza is going around the office.
B1 The doctor diagnosed him with influenza.
B2 Influenza can be prevented with a flu vaccine.
C1 Researchers are studying the genetic makeup of influenza viruses.
C2 Influenza pandemics have had significant global impacts in the past.
preposition not applicable
A1 I stayed home due to influenza.
A2 She missed school because of influenza.
B1 The outbreak of influenza affected many people in the community.
B2 The vaccine helped prevent the spread of influenza among the population.
C1 Research has shown a correlation between air travel and the global spread of influenza.
C2 The government implemented strict measures to contain the influenza pandemic.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I stayed home from school because I had influenza and didn't want to spread it to my classmates.
A2 Influenza can be prevented by getting a flu shot every year.
B1 She missed her flight due to influenza, causing her to reschedule her trip.
B2 Influenza is a highly contagious respiratory illness that can lead to serious complications.
C1 The government implemented strict measures to control the spread of influenza during the peak season.
C2 Researchers are constantly studying the influenza virus to develop more effective vaccines.
interjection not applicable
A1 Influenza! I don't feel well.
A2 Influenza! I need to stay home and rest.
B1 Influenza! I should see a doctor for this persistent cough.
B2 Influenza! It's important to get vaccinated to prevent the flu.
C1 Influenza! The outbreak in the city is getting serious.
C2 Influenza! I hope the government takes measures to control the spread of the virus.
article not applicable
A1 Influenza is a viral infection that can cause fever and body aches.
A2 I had to stay home from work because I caught influenza.
B1 Influenza vaccines are recommended for elderly people and those with weakened immune systems.
B2 The influenza outbreak spread quickly throughout the school, causing many students to get sick.
C1 Researchers are constantly studying new strains of influenza in order to develop more effective vaccines.
C2 The impact of influenza on public health can be significant, leading to hospitalizations and even deaths in severe cases.
formal Influenza is a highly contagious viral infection that can lead to serious complications.
informal I heard that the flu season is starting soon, so we should get our influenza shots.
slang I feel like I'm coming down with the flu, must be that pesky influenza going around.
figurative Her negativity spread through the office like a bad case of influenza.
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