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heat stress

(noun)

heat stress (noun) — Physical or mental strain resulting from exposure to high temperatures, potentially leading to more severe heat-related illnesses.

Physical or mental strain resulting from exposure to high temperatures, potentially leading to more severe heat-related illnesses.

Example

They took regular breaks to avoid heat stress during their desert hike.

Synonyms

heat exhaustion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is heat stress?

Physical or mental strain resulting from exposure to high temperatures, potentially leading to more severe heat-related illnesses.

How do you use "heat stress" in a sentence?

They took regular breaks to avoid heat stress during their desert hike.

What is another word for heat stress?

Common synonyms for heat stress include heat exhaustion.

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