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removal

[ri-moo-vuhl] / rɪˈmu vəl /


NOUN
the act of moving
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These included some types of limb surgery, kidney stone pain, pain following tonsil removal, and pain experienced by newborns using assisted breathing devices.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

Elsewhere in the UK, the removal of artificial flowers in graveyards has caused some upset, with families arguing that they relied on the faux blooms if they were unable to visit a relative's grave regularly.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

In the end, the IUD removal was easy and relatively painless, with only brief discomfort from the injection.

From Slate • Jun. 7, 2026

In a separate statement Tuesday, the Orange County Healthcare Agency said residents might smell odors Thursday and Friday related to the removal of the chemical from the damaged tank.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

“The Miracle Cap must remain on the head for two hours without removal or results—” “Two hours?”

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett




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