1. Sports

Hyperthermia

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Definition: an abnormally high body temperature, usually resulting from warm water, warm temperatures, bright skies and/or humidity, during open water races, especially common during intense competitions or complicated due to dehydration. (noun)
Examples:
The doctors were ready to deal with cases of hyperthermia due to the hot water conditions under sunny skies.

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