inflamed
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The Saudi-led intervention included devastating airstrikes that inflamed the conflict and helped fuel the Houthis’ campaign against the kingdom, including attacks on oil facilities and cities such as Riyadh.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 12, 2026
But residents on Okinawa, where any crimes involving US forces have long inflamed criticism of the troops' presence, told AFP of their frustration and anger in the wake of another alleged incident.
From Barron's ● Oct. 11, 2026
A few days ago team officials expressed optimism, but Tuesday they decided to shelve their shortstop when the ankle became inflamed after a workout.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026
That matters in pancreatic cancer because tumors often create an environment that is highly inflamed while also suppressing the immune system.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 12, 2026
He dared not scratch it, because if he did so it always became inflamed.
From "1984" by George Orwell
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