swelling
Example Sentences
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A life-threatening brain swelling she experienced in response to her early immunotherapy would have made her ineligible for the treatment.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
On a Tokyo street corner, in the pouring rain, a swelling crowd gathered with drenched placards and sodden flags.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
The first occurred earlier in April, when a female patient reported peripheral edema, or swelling in her limbs.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
At the same time, these treatments appear to increase the risk of brain swelling and bleeding.
From Science Daily • May 4, 2026
He had never seen swelling like this before.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
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