coma
word
Definition
A coma is a state of deep unconsciousness in which a person is alive but does not wake up or respond normally. It is usually caused by serious illness, injury, or damage to the brain.
Usage & Nuances
This is a medical term and is serious in tone. Common patterns are 'be in a coma', 'fall into a coma', and 'come out of a coma'. Do not confuse it with ordinary sleep or with 'comma', the punctuation mark.
Example Sentences
After the accident, he was in a coma for two days.
basic
The doctor said she fell into a coma last night.
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His family visited him every day while he was in a coma.
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She was in a coma for weeks, and then suddenly opened her eyes.
natural
The news said the driver is still in a coma, but his condition is stable.
natural
Everyone was relieved when he finally came out of the coma.
natural