sedation
noun
se·da·tion
si-ˈdā-shən 
1
: the inducing of a relaxed easy state especially by the use of sedatives
2
: a state resulting from or as if from sedation
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For some patients, sedation may be necessary.
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Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 June 2025
Miraculously, Zack seemed okay after waking up from light sedation.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
He was put under sedation and sent for a brain scan.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 May 2025
The pre-teen was given light sedation as a doctor quickly removed the needle.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 22 Apr. 2025
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“Sedation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sedation. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.
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sedation
noun
se·da·tion
si-ˈdā-shən
1
: the inducing of a relaxed easy state especially by the use of sedatives
2
: a state resulting from sedation see conscious sedation, deep sedation
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