Dropping __; Many People Suddenly Falling Ill

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Tundra and Taiga, Group 1699, Puzzle 1 (Narwhal and Beluga).

Question is: Dropping __; Many People Suddenly Falling Ill

and the answer is: LIKEFLIES

Word Meaning:

LIKE — To enjoy, be pleased by; favor; be in favor of.

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