hives

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Hives and anaphylaxis are true allergic reactions that result from the immune system producing antibodies that target penicillin like it would if it were fighting a pathogen such as a cold or flu virus.

From Scientific American • Oct. 5, 2023

“Due to an unfortunate rift in the time-space continuum, it has been 11 years since the Hives played New York.”

From New York Times • Aug. 8, 2023

Hives placed at the National Archives building in Waltham, Massachusetts, last year did not survive the winter.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 2, 2023

Swan broke serve in her first three return games en route to a 6-4 6-3 win over world number 772 Zoe Hives.

From BBC • Dec. 29, 2022

You are welcome to Shem, Shun, when he returns Home decorated — his feet like Hives a-weeping Honey.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party" by M.T. Anderson