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12 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Virus' in a Sentence

"A tiny infectious agent, too small to be seen with a regular microscope (20 to 300 nanometers in diameter). Viruses are not alive on their own and can only replicate inside the cells of living hosts, such as bacteria, plants, and animals. They consist of a core of RNA or DNA, a protein coat, and, in more complex types, a surrounding envelope." more

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The plants got infected with a virus, affecting their growth.
The gardener told us that some plants can get infected by a virus.
The zookeeper mentioned that even animals can catch a virus sometimes.
The doctor explained that a virus can make you sick.
Zookeepers ensure that animals are vaccinated to prevent virus outbreaks.
The farmers were concerned about a virus affecting their crops and reducing the harvest.
The doctor explained that a virus is responsible for causing the flu.
During the biology lesson, the teacher discussed how a virus can infect different types of living organisms.
Jasmine missed the soccer game because she caught a virus.
A virus caused the students to stay home from school for a few days.
The computer virus made the computer stop working properly.
Sally washed her hands to avoid catching a virus.

Virus

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nounA tiny infectious agent, too small to be seen with a regular microscope (20 to 300 nanometers in diameter). Viruses are not alive on their own and can only replicate inside the cells of living hosts, such as bacteria, plants, and animals. They consist of a core of RNA or DNA, a protein coat, and, in more complex types, a surrounding envelope.
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Last Updated On: December 21, 2023
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