diaphragm
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After the operation, doctors will assess whether Bolsonaro can undergo an additional procedure: blockage of the phrenic nerve, which controls the diaphragm, for recurrent hiccups, Birolini said.
From Barron's ● Dec. 25, 2025
"Basically, he had a hole in his diaphragm which meant some of his organs had risen to his chest cavity, and they were pressing against his lungs so his lungs couldn't develop properly," Maddie said.
From BBC ● Dec. 23, 2025
Typical features include frequent deep sighs, rapid breathing, forceful exhalation from the abdomen, or chest breathing without proper diaphragm use, which prevents the lungs from fully expanding.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 10, 2025
For example, “Pinky could conclude only that the strength of the floor diaphragm where the trench headers bisected the slab was inadequate.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2025
My diaphragm was so jumpy, I had to catch my breath.
From "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" by A.S. King
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In a study published in 2018, for instance, researchers found that participants with fatigued diaphragms could not exercise as intensely as usual.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 17, 2023
Newberry adds that “some people are born with weaker diaphragms, or a larger hole for the stomach to slide through. This can lead to hernia in people with healthy weights.”
From Washington Post ● Oct. 30, 2022
An evaluation conducted in 2020 by the E.P.A. found “unreasonable risks to human health” associated with asbestos diaphragms, sheet gaskets, brake blocks and other products.
From New York Times ● Apr. 5, 2022
Their earbud stems are 4.4mm shorter than LG’s previous models, and they have improved drivers and diaphragms which LG claims offers more bass without impacting clarity.
From The Verge ● Jul. 26, 2021
“Just try to realize it,” he said, and his voice sent a strange thrill quivering along their diaphragms.
From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley
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