swollen
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Reiner pointed to “a variety of physical ailments” that are “easy to see,” including bruised hands, swollen legs and an inability to stay awake.
From Salon ● Aug. 19, 2026
Another had a swollen knee and was struggling to walk.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
In response, the “Bandit” singer recalled the moment when a doctor told him the left side of his heart was swollen.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
While his bloodshot eyes "seemed OK" after washing them, Jodanna said by the next morning they were extremely swollen and he was unable to open them, so she took Hudson to hospital.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
They saw the twisted, rocky nose, swollen cheeks, slitted mouth, broad chin.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
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