dilated

Example Sentences

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The fetus’ head was pressed up against her dilated cervix, and a miscarriage was, according to her medical record, “inevitable.”

From Salon • May 27, 2026

About 35 minutes in, Lamphere’s vitals started spiking; her heart rate quickened, she grew hot, her pupils dilated, she began grinding her teeth.

From Slate • Jan. 30, 2026

Then he looked into his eyes, which appeared dilated, and saw that his face was purple.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 24, 2025

He had dilated pupils, a high heart rate, and had to be checked every 20 minutes until the plane arrived at Heathrow.

From BBC • Aug. 22, 2025

His eyes, which had been murky and dilated while he was ill, were now the clearest of blues.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt