swollen
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Moss received a bite to his middle finger that became "severely infected and badly swollen, rendering him unable to play guitar".
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
The condition involves swollen veins in the anal or rectal area, which can lead to pain and bleeding.
From Science Daily • Mar. 7, 2026
On Tuesday he posted again from hospital with a photo of his swollen face and the caption: "May not look like it but the surgery was a success."
From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026
At an Olympics news conference this week, Vonn said her knee felt stable, not swollen, and that she will be ready to compete Sunday in the women’s downhill.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2026
He shut his eyes over his tears, the lids swollen.
From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff
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