cartilage
Example Sentences
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It supports and strengthens skin, nails, bones and connective tissues, including tendons and cartilage.
From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026
For much of the last decade, Mustaine has experienced significant discomfort since the cartilage in the tips of his fingers has worn away from decades of frenzied playing, causing the bones to scrape together.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026
Deulofeu's first step was to have cell treatment in an attempt to rebuild the cartilage, but he faced a setback after attempting to run again.
From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026
As collagen is lost, cartilage becomes thinner and softer.
From Science Daily • Jan. 20, 2026
He had messed up his cartilage so bad that they had to operate.
From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor
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