mucus
Example Sentences
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In addition to reducing exacerbations, the drug also reduced mucus plugging in lungs, AstraZeneca said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
Fiber reduced the bacterial breakdown of the gut's mucus lining, which in turn lowered production of the harmful phenols.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 15, 2026
When Howard was seven years old, he was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, the genetic condition that causes sticky mucus to build up in the lungs and digestive system.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
Ranchers have to remove eggs and larvae and disinfect and treat wounds, infected ears or mucus membranes.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 10, 2026
Virus particles that lie around in blood or mucus may seem dead, but the particles are waiting for something to come along.
From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston
Vocabulary lists containing mucus
Human Anatomy and Physiology - Introductory
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