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  • present participle of swell.
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swelling

[swel-ing] / ˈswɛl ɪŋ /


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Patients also frequently dealt with stomatitis – painful swelling and sores inside the mouth – as well as diarrhea, nausea and vomiting.

From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026

In Phase 2 trials reported last year, amyloid quickly fell to low levels, while swelling and bleeding side effects were rare.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

While there remained some "slight lower leg swelling", Barbabella noted in his memo that there was "improvement from last year".

From BBC • May 30, 2026

The Dodgers are hopeful for a Max Muncy return Wednesday after the swelling in his right wrist decreased.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

He soon found himself haunch-deep in a swelling stream.

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig




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