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lining

[lahy-ning] / ˈlaɪ nɪŋ /


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During early pregnancy, for example, these cells in the uterine lining help prevent the immune system from attacking fetal cells and support placental growth.

From Science Daily Aug. 25, 2026

Until recently, there would have been little to distinguish Vietnam's so-called Justice Tree from the hundreds of others lining the streets of Hanoi.

From BBC Aug. 23, 2026

The researchers say the results support the idea that beneficial compounds made by gut microbes can effectively "train" the intestinal lining, helping it preserve immune tolerance over time.

From Science Daily Aug. 21, 2026

“The only silver lining is, thank God, we’re still canceling these books,” as one AI-phobic agent put it.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 17, 2026

“Okay, Shayla, they’re lining up for your race,” Coach West tells me.

From "A Good Kind of Trouble" by Lisa Moore Ramée




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