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Superinfect

Definition:

Verb (transitive): To infect again, typically with a different strain or type of pathogen.

Verb (intransitive): To become infected again, often with a more severe or resistant form of infection.

Samples Sentences:

Transitive:

1. The patient's weakened immune system allowed the bacteria to superinfect the surgical wound.
2. After recovering from a cold, Jane unfortunately contracted the flu virus, which superinfected her respiratory system.
3. Antibiotics can sometimes lead to superinfection by killing off the beneficial bacteria, enabling harmful bacteria to take over.

Intransitive:

1. Despite receiving treatment, the infection persisted and continued to superinfect.
2. Individuals with compromised immune systems are more prone to superinfection than healthy individuals.
3. The resistant strain of bacteria threatened to superinfect the entire community, requiring strict quarantine measures.

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