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swelling

[swel-ing] / ˈswɛl ɪŋ /


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With demand expected to soar and domestic mining unlikely to deliver meaningful output for at least a decade, the country is turning to an often‑overlooked source -- the swelling mountains of electronic waste.

From Barron's

They can "genuinely reduce visible swelling and provide relief but the key word is temporary - they won't permanently change facial structure".

From BBC

To disguise the swelling caused by hours of handshaking, Volk suggested Lincoln grasp a sawed-off broomstick.

From The Wall Street Journal

While some athletes require surgery and a year of rehabilitation after tearing the ligament, which helps stabilize the knee, Vonn said she had no pain and little swelling.

From The Wall Street Journal

The hosts' 12th straight victory was roared to the rafters and belief is swelling that their run can carry them to a first title since 2020.

From BBC