as in doctors
a person specially trained in healing human medical disorders
the wounded soldier called for a medic
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Recent Examples of medics
Combat medics, optometrists, doctors, veterinarians and other medical personnel simulated a mass casualty event in combat conditions in underground tunnels on the Fort Hood base.
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Chelsea Torres, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026
State police said a female passenger was found in the Accord and was pronounced dead at the scene by medics.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2026
The boy was taken to the hospital by medics and was last said to be in stable condition, according to Pittsburgh Public Safety.
—Mike Darnay, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
Guevarez, who was just around the corner from his home when shot, was rushed by medics to Brookdale University Hospital but could not be saved.
—Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
Sheriff’s officials said victims struck by BB pellets suffered minor injuries and were either treated by medics at the scene or declined medical attention.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 30 Mar. 2026
Despite first aid efforts by officers and Des Moines Fire Department medics, Jeffrey died at the scene.
—Nick El Hajj, Des Moines Register, 30 Mar. 2026
According to a Fort Worth Fire Department spokesperson, the children were both in good condition when medics transported them.
—Emerson Clarridge
updated March 30, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Mar. 2026
But as Hawk resumed outlining the resentencing, LoBue began experiencing shortness of breath that prompted bailiffs to clear the courtroom and summon medics.
—Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 20 Mar. 2026
Chelsea Torres, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026
State police said a female passenger was found in the Accord and was pronounced dead at the scene by medics.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2026
The boy was taken to the hospital by medics and was last said to be in stable condition, according to Pittsburgh Public Safety.
—Mike Darnay, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
Guevarez, who was just around the corner from his home when shot, was rushed by medics to Brookdale University Hospital but could not be saved.
—Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
Sheriff’s officials said victims struck by BB pellets suffered minor injuries and were either treated by medics at the scene or declined medical attention.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 30 Mar. 2026
Despite first aid efforts by officers and Des Moines Fire Department medics, Jeffrey died at the scene.
—Nick El Hajj, Des Moines Register, 30 Mar. 2026
According to a Fort Worth Fire Department spokesperson, the children were both in good condition when medics transported them.
—Emerson Clarridge
updated March 30, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Mar. 2026
But as Hawk resumed outlining the resentencing, LoBue began experiencing shortness of breath that prompted bailiffs to clear the courtroom and summon medics.
—Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for medics
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Her hospital has recently started a menopause support group led by doctors and, at the request of participants, an upcoming session will focus on helping women navigate through the marketing onslaught.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Apr. 2026
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If traditional doctors don’t promise their patients these things, however, others surely will.—
Dhruv Khullar,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Another problem was that Claustro hired a doctor who had been previously convicted of federal fraud to do the evaluations and falsely submit them under the names of other physicians.—
Tony Saavedra,
Oc Register,
4 Apr. 2026
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The three-year agreement covers more than 600 Allina doctors, physicians’ assistants and nurse practitioners in primary and urgent care.—
Imani Cruzen,
Twin Cities,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Medics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/medics. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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