swollen

Example Sentences

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"We also want to remind people to keep away from swollen riverbanks and not to drive or walk through flood waters as you don't know what lies beneath," said Richard Preece from the organisation.

From BBC

In the Balkans, the swollen Una river flooded parts of northern Croatia and northwestern Bosnia, where authorities announced a state of emergency.

From Washington Times

The snow blanketing the Sierra lies so deep that the mountain range looks surprisingly swollen and “puffy,” said Carey, who leads the flights as part of a state-funded program.

From Los Angeles Times

Separate footage showed the man being led to a police vehicle with a swollen and bruised face.

From BBC

Mpox most often causes symptoms including a rash, fever, headache, muscle pain and swollen lymph nodes.

From Seattle Times