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intravenous
This word is primarily used in medical contexts. While it sounds formal, it is the standard term used by both doctors and patients in a healthcare setting. In casual conversation or fast-paced medical environments, it is very common to see or hear this word shortened to 'IV' (pronounced eye-vee). For example, instead of saying 'intravenous drip,' people often just say 'an IV'.
💬Casual Conversation
🎬Tuesday afternoon, Karen is at the pharmacy while David is in a corporate meeting.
Karen Smith
The doc says Leo needs intravenous antibiotics. He's totally wiped out.
David Smith
Got it. I'll circle back with you after this call to sync on the plan.
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Karen uses 'wiped out' as a natural idiom meaning extremely exhausted or depleted of energy. David responds using corporate jargon ('circle back', 'sync') which reflects his persona as a regional manager who overuses business speak in his personal life.