swollen
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Increasing the sugar concentration in the solution surrounding the axons made the swollen regions smaller.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 17, 2026
But traders add that there are a number of other factors pushing yields higher, such a solid labor market, swollen U.S. budget deficits and a deluge of tech-company debt issuance competing for investors’ cash.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 9, 2026
Vela Gonzalez complained for weeks of stomach pain and his legs were only getting more swollen.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
The swollen river, already responsible for widespread destruction, continued to change course, forcing rescuers to constantly reassess their plans.
From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026
Returning to camp we could barely lift our swollen and aching legs.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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