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inflamed

ADJECTIVE
stirred to anger
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The synovium is the thin membrane lining joints that produces lubricating fluid and can become severely inflamed in rheumatoid arthritis.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 22, 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

The Cold War added fuel to regional tensions already inflamed by Israeli independence.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 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

The wind-blown dust—“frightful dust,” he said, “regular sandstorms of the desert”—continued and stung his eyes and propelled grit into his inflamed mouth.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson


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