swelling

Example Sentences

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Photographers began to notice that her bookshelves were swelling with classics and that Monroe could discuss them with fluency.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

The high doses raise risks of a side effect that can cause brain bleeds and swelling.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

The condition occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the joints, leading to pain, swelling, fatigue, and, over time, permanent joint damage and disability.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 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

He was awake but unable to speak, whether due to the swelling or due to emotion, I’ll never know.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama