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mucus

[myoo-kuhs] / ˈmju kəs /
NOUN
secretion
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What’s more, staying hydrated helps flush toxins, keeps organs functioning optimally and thins mucus, making it easier for lungs to stay clear.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 23, 2026

Ranchers have to remove eggs and larvae and disinfect and treat wounds, infected ears or mucus membranes.

From MarketWatch Jun. 10, 2026

CF is a genetic condition that can particularly affect someone's digestive system, as well as their lungs, because their body produces a thick, sticky mucus that coats the organs.

From BBC Mar. 20, 2026

"Our findings show just how critical it is to stabilize the mucus barrier. Looking ahead, we can imagine exploiting lectin properties to design proteins that actively reinforce that protective layer," Kiessling says.

From Science Daily Mar. 16, 2026

Streams of mucus issued from our mouths and noses and dripped to the ground in long strands.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover




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