- plural of kidney.
kidneys
Example Sentences
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With rhabdomyolysis, kidneys become strained when proteins and electrolytes from damaged muscle tissue are released into the bloodstream.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2026
What began as a trip to the nearest hospital for bloody diarrhea turned into a race to save his life as his kidneys started to fail.
From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026
It sets off a series of cellular events that move water channels to the cell surface, allowing the kidneys to reabsorb water and concentrate urine.
From Science Daily • Jun. 17, 2026
When the immune system attacks the body, it causes joint pain, skin conditions and damage to organs including the kidneys.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
From the heart, the liver, and from one of the kidneys, he cut an additional slice.
From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman
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