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hernia

[hur-nee-uh] / ˈhɜr ni ə /
NOUN
rupture
Synonyms
STRONGEST
breach fissure fracture schism
STRONG
burst cleavage cleft crack division herniation parting rent tear
Antonyms
WEAK
agreement closing closure harmony peace

Example Sentences

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Bolsonaro, 70, has been hospitalized for more than a week after undergoing surgery for a groin hernia and then a procedure to treat recurring bouts of hiccups.

From Barron's • Jan. 1, 2026

Days earlier, on Christmas Day, he underwent a successful surgery for a double hernia, his wife Michelle confirmed.

From BBC • Dec. 29, 2025

Prior to the hernia surgery, the former president underwent intestinal surgery in April.

From BBC • Dec. 29, 2025

Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, who is serving a 27-year prison sentence for an attempted coup d'etat, underwent successful surgery on Thursday to repair an inguinal hernia, his wife said.

From Barron's • Dec. 25, 2025

I think I’m about to have a hernia.

From "Our America: Life and Death on the South Side of Chicago" by LeAlan Jones