swollen
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She nursed a swollen ankle after falling in the evacuation centre.
From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026
Katzenback said the airy feeling I had leaving my treatment was likely linked to temporary changes in fluid distribution, which can “make people feel less swollen or heavy, especially after travel.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 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
After the match, Williams' knee was swollen and medical staff offered crutches to aid her walking - which she is said to have declined.
From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2026
When Ma mentioned that my eyes were like steamed taro, swollen and purplish, I muttered that they were itchy from the dust blowing everywhere.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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