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Discover LudwigThe phrase "ailing suffering" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to describe someone who is both unwell and in pain, but the combination is awkward and redundant.
Example: "The ailing suffering of the patients was evident in the hospital."
Alternatives: "ailing pain" or "suffering illness".
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And he's ailing (suffering from Parkinson's disease), so I'm kind of happy about it actually," she added, ending the thought with an uneasy laugh.
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