ward
Example Sentences
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"Your body needs these cytokines to ward off viruses. It's essential to immune response but can become toxic in large amounts," Wu said.
From Science Daily
But he insists it is a "privilege" to be making a difference on the ward, becoming the latest Welsh rugby icon to pursue a medical career once their playing days come to an end.
From BBC
"Michelle was on the ward for three days and initially she was very clingy, wouldn't let me go. I didn't know anything about mental health back then, so I just put it down to tiredness."
From BBC
Shoe companies are now developing smart shoes that record information about runners—data that could one day be used to help personalize footwear and ward off injuries.
Manjula Sood, who was 80, was described as "a dedicated servant to the Leicester community", having also served as assistant mayor and Labour councillor for the Stoneygate ward in the city.
From BBC
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