ribs
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“She developed pleural effusion — fluid between the lungs and ribs — compressing her lungs and making it hard for her to breathe.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
The fossil became even more unusual when researchers examined a dark area preserved between its ribs.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 29, 2026
Hochman on Wednesday said that before the chidken sandwich’s launch in April, the chain — known for things like ribs and fajitas — had been selling 20 chicken sandwiches per restaurant per day.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 12, 2026
Specifically to my spine, right hip and my ribs.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
Leafie asked me, with an elbow to my ribs.
From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson
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