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Meanings of unwell in English

Somewhat ill or prone to illness.

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Usage of unwell in English
1
The patient is unwell; the doctor is unwell; the system is broken.
The Guardian
2
She reported feeling unwell following her return to Canada earlier this week.
The Guardian
3
Another Egyptian source with links to the family said he was unwell.
The Guardian
4
That means people have felt unwell and just gone about their business.
News.com.au
5
If anyone is unwell and their condition deteriorates, seek medical attention immediately.
The Irish Times
6
On the second day of April, Eamonn Madden started to feel unwell.
The rebels of ireland: the dublin saga
7
Anyone who feels unwell when taking the product should seek medical advice.
Radio NZ
8
However, if you are feeling unwell with the rash, see your doctor.
The Irish Times
9
According to local media, the coach had been unwell for some time.
The South African
10
But in December the commission heard Pell was too unwell to appear.
The Guardian
11
Those who have tested positive are not feeling too unwell he said.
Radio NZ
12
It was during this year that Her Ladyship started to be unwell.
New york: the novel
13
He spoke very fervently; and after the meeting felt chilled and unwell.
The Biography of Robert Murray M'Cheyne
14
You look unwell; and bed is the best place for a cold.
Hetty Gray / Nobody's Bairn
15
That's something those working with the mentally unwell are determined will happen.
Radio NZ
16
Yuki, I'm terribly sorry, I feel unwell.' And then they were out.
The Watchmaker of Filigree Street
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