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saline

[say-leen, -lahyn] / ˈseɪ lin, -laɪn /
ADJECTIVE
salty
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK


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"Overall, the study suggests that ultrasound-guided saline hydrodissection is a safe, minimally invasive treatment that can provide sustained clinical and morphological improvement in patients with refractory carpal tunnel syndrome," Dr. Tandon said.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 22, 2026

They placed the lenses over rabbit eyeballs immersed in a saline solution intended to mimic natural tears.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 29, 2026

She said the summer's heatwaves had been "tough", but they were hoping for a cooler, wetter autumn, with the reserve braced for flood events and "saline surges" with seasonal tides.

From BBC ● Sep. 6, 2026

Tasting notes: Crisp, energetic, and driven by vibrant acidity and subtle mineral notes, Benjamin said, with a refreshing saline finish.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 6, 2026

Mom pushes down on the hypodermic syringe full of saline to flush the wound.

From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin


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