effusion
Example Sentences
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The U.S. electorate believed Truman was right to avoid what Winston Churchill had called the “effusions of American blood” necessary to conquer Japan’s home islands.
In 2019, he underwent surgery for pericardial effusion - a condition affecting the heart.
From BBC
As one of “Tracks II”’s standout albums, “Faithless” finds Springsteen engaging in a series of spiritual effusions, including the LP’s exquisite title track.
From Salon
However, setbacks and pain have persisted, and the effusion, a collection of fluid around the joint also known as water on the knee, have pushed the target back.
From Los Angeles Times
AOM is often confused with otitis media with effusion, or fluid behind the ear, a condition that generally does not involve bacteria and does not benefit from antimicrobial treatment.
From Science Daily
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