swollen

Example Sentences

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"People's feet were swollen from all the walking they had done," recalled Batangouna, who served as a sergeant at the time.

From Barron's

Moss received a bite to his middle finger that became "severely infected and badly swollen, rendering him unable to play guitar".

From BBC

Louise recalls being told that Bow's airway was swollen - Bow was given a tracheostomy and then a further operation to help her breathe more easily.

From BBC

The condition involves swollen veins in the anal or rectal area, which can lead to pain and bleeding.

From Science Daily

She had rolled up the sleeve of her parka and was rubbing a swollen arm.

From Literature