swollen
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During this hormonal shift, your body holds on to more fluids, meaning you may end up with a puffier face, general bloating and tender, swollen breasts.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
Johnson’s carapace is detailed with skin-like textures, swollen bicep veins and living tattoos that offer him encouragement and advice.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 9, 2026
But the person's features were so swollen that she couldn't be sure it was her.
From Barron's ● Jun. 30, 2026
Early on, Poopies gets swollen lip injections that, someone claims, will last the whole movie.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2026
The river, swollen with freshets from the thawing, was swifter than ever, exultantly rushing along.
From "Abel's Island" by William Steig
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