as in dislikes
a strong feeling of not liking or approving
independent-minded people who seem to have an allergy to any control from the government
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Recent Examples of allergies
Dirty filters can cause allergies by circulating dust, mold, and other allergens throughout your home when the AC is on during the summer.
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Hiranmayi Srinivasan, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2026
According to many reviewers, the device has even helped cut down on sneezing and stuffy noses, which is great for those who suffer from allergies.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026
Long before humans understood viruses or allergies, organisms still needed a way to protect their delicate respiratory tissues from dust, pathogens, parasites, smoke, pollen and whatever else the environment happened to throw at them.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
That said, facial puffiness is common and can have many causes, including poor sleep, allergies, hormonal changes, autoimmune issues, or certain medications.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 14 May 2026
Satisfy the seafood lovers at your potluck with this shrimp casserole, but be sure it's labeled for attendees with shellfish allergies.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
Sharma has seen a substantial rise in cases of skin issues, allergies and cancer in his community.
—Ayushi Shah, CNN Money, 9 May 2026
About a quarter of US adults and 1 in 5 children have seasonal allergies.
—Keerti Gopal, ArsTechnica, 8 May 2026
Symptoms can be especially persistent in children and in people with allergies or respiratory conditions.
—Ryan Brennan
may 8, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
Hiranmayi Srinivasan, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2026
According to many reviewers, the device has even helped cut down on sneezing and stuffy noses, which is great for those who suffer from allergies.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026
Long before humans understood viruses or allergies, organisms still needed a way to protect their delicate respiratory tissues from dust, pathogens, parasites, smoke, pollen and whatever else the environment happened to throw at them.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
That said, facial puffiness is common and can have many causes, including poor sleep, allergies, hormonal changes, autoimmune issues, or certain medications.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 14 May 2026
Satisfy the seafood lovers at your potluck with this shrimp casserole, but be sure it's labeled for attendees with shellfish allergies.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
Sharma has seen a substantial rise in cases of skin issues, allergies and cancer in his community.
—Ayushi Shah, CNN Money, 9 May 2026
About a quarter of US adults and 1 in 5 children have seasonal allergies.
—Keerti Gopal, ArsTechnica, 8 May 2026
Symptoms can be especially persistent in children and in people with allergies or respiratory conditions.
—Ryan Brennan
may 8, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for allergies
dislikes
Noun
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Likes and dislikes are registered immediately and shared with all involved.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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The company said the legal principles at stake affect every federal contractor whose views the government dislikes.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
9 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Allergies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allergies. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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