effusion

Example Sentences

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In 2019, he underwent surgery for pericardial effusion - a condition affecting the heart.

From BBC • Aug. 5, 2025

AOM is often confused with otitis media with effusion, or fluid behind the ear, a condition that generally does not involve bacteria and does not benefit from antimicrobial treatment.

From Science Daily • Mar. 4, 2024

Some at Asbury said they preferred the term “outpouring,” as in an almost tangible effusion of the Holy Spirit.

From New York Times • Feb. 23, 2023

The effusion of bulb flowers of the East and Midwest — the daffodils, hyacinth, freesia, tulips — need a cold hibernation to generate the scented show they put on.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2022

And there had been the effusion of the post-game ritual, screams and catcalls followed by eager plans for the glorious remainder of Friday night.

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