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cartilage

[kahr-tl-ij, kahrt-lij] / ˈkɑr tl ɪdʒ, ˈkɑrt lɪdʒ /


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Osteoarthritis develops when the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones gradually breaks down.

From Science Daily • Apr. 30, 2026

It preserves three dimensional skin, calcified cartilage, and even traces of proteins.

From Science Daily • Apr. 23, 2026

Mr. Hemming writes that upon Miller’s death, doctors found 23 battle scars, a large wound on his right abdominal cartilage, two rifle balls lodged in his liver, and mutilated fingers on his left hand.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

It supports and strengthens skin, nails, bones and connective tissues, including tendons and cartilage.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

It was obvious he was tentative, the knee looming as if all the bone and flesh and ligament and cartilage lay there exposed for everyone to take a shot at like some carnival game.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger




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