Epidemic

An epidemic is when many people in one area become sick with the same illness at the same time, often spreading quickly like a contagious cold or flu.

Examples

• Last year, our school had to cancel the science fair because an epidemic of the flu spread rapidly among students, making it important for everyone to stay home and recover.
• As we studied history, we learned about the epidemic that struck the city in the past, showing how people worked together to find a solution and help each other during tough times.
• While playing video games online, my friends and I discussed how the recent epidemic of a new virus affected our daily lives, including school closures and the importance of staying healthy.

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