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relapse

noun/verb

/rɪˈlæps/

Meaning

to return to a worse condition, especially after improvement; a deterioration after recovery

After months of progress, he suffered a relapse.

relapse into bad habits

deteriorate, backslide, regress, worsen

recover, improve

relapse into addiction, relapse after recovery, prevent relapse

to apply force to something; media or news organizations

the force applied to something or the feeling of stress or tension

As a noun: a tiny opening in the skin or surface. As a verb: to study something carefully.

A feeling of worry or unease; to make someone feel anxious or uneasy.

A piece of old, torn cloth; to tease or scold someone in a playful way.

A writing instrument using ink; also, to write something.