inflammatory
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Scientists have traditionally considered them harmful because they accumulate with age and release inflammatory molecules that can damage nearby tissue.
From Science Daily • May 22, 2026
Also Thursday, the United Kingdom announced it had summoned Israel's most senior diplomat in Britain following "the inflammatory video".
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
Several Manhattan private-school parents said another key to getting extra time—and unlimited bathroom breaks—is enlisting a gastroenterologist to diagnose inflammatory bowel disease or irritable bowel syndrome.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
"When people in positions of influence use divisive and inflammatory language, it gives others permission to behave in the same way."
From BBC • May 15, 2026
The Court prohibited jurors from hearing “victim impact” statements because they were too inflammatory and introduced arbitrariness into the capital sentencing process.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
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