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appendix

[uh-pen-diks] / əˈpɛn dɪks /


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She waited four months before her appendix could be removed.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

The appendix notes: “We need definitive RCT data to determine whether whole-fat dairy intake will improve the metabolic health of American children.”

From Slate • Jan. 28, 2026

An appendix to the report about the workload of the federal judiciary noted that criminal cases against defendants accused of immigration-related crimes increased by 27% in fiscal year 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 31, 2025

That is explained in an appendix more than halfway through the 394-page document.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 17, 2025

“Good. Good. I told you this is a fine hospital. Had my appendix out here.”

From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok