tube

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He later had a stroke during his treatment, giving him paralysis down his left side, and is now fed through a tube, with carers needed to look after him.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Pro tip: If you want a poster as a souvenir, something smart I saw last year was someone who brought in their own cardboard poster tube and according to the Coachella FAQ, they are allowed.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

If bacteria stop growing, the antibiotic in that tube is effective.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

Once upon a time, information arrived printed on paper, rolled into a tube, and tossed through the air to arrive on a lawn or doorstep.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Instead, they form along the length of the tube.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones