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Recent Examples of alveolus
Her primary focus was on hyaline membrane disease, sometimes called respiratory distress syndrome, in which alveoli — tiny air sacs in the lungs — do not properly inflate.
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Matt Schudel, Washington Post, 3 July 2024
More fluid enters the alveolus.
—Avesta Rastan, Discover Magazine, 9 June 2020
But even when a patient is severely ill, some alveoli still function well.
—Olivia Carville, Bloomberg.com, 10 May 2020
This could explain how the alveoli fail to oxygenate the blood without the patient noticing the need to gasp for more air.
—Fox News, 28 Apr. 2020
These millions of alveoli are so soft, so gentle, that a healthy lung has almost no substance.
—oregonlive, 7 Apr. 2020
Matt Schudel, Washington Post, 3 July 2024
More fluid enters the alveolus.
—Avesta Rastan, Discover Magazine, 9 June 2020
But even when a patient is severely ill, some alveoli still function well.
—Olivia Carville, Bloomberg.com, 10 May 2020
This could explain how the alveoli fail to oxygenate the blood without the patient noticing the need to gasp for more air.
—Fox News, 28 Apr. 2020
These millions of alveoli are so soft, so gentle, that a healthy lung has almost no substance.
—oregonlive, 7 Apr. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alveolus
Noun
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Accrington were not and are not a wealthy club, and Barry paid out of his own pocket to go on a series of courses, including one about the benefits of meditation.—
Simon Hughes,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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These are distinctions with meaningful differences: Smartphones are full-on computers in the pocket, tempting kids with nonstop streams of posts and videos and music and so much more, including instant access to AI bots that make cheating that much easier.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Many birth defects are treatable; orofacial clefts and some heart defects, for example, can be corrected with surgery.—
Almut Winterstein,
The Conversation,
30 Jan. 2025
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Valproic acid causes birth defects that can be detected in utero such as oral clefts or spina bifida.—
Almut Winterstein,
The Conversation,
30 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Weak adductors can also contribute to hip instability, which could lead to hip impingements and ultimately labral tears within the hip socket, Pieroni says.—
Christa Sgobba,
SELF,
17 Mar. 2025
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Lewis abandoned the idea to put clear orbs in the sockets early on, but debate about the eyes continued after Lithgow complained that the doll’s line of sight didn’t have a focus.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Without dimples, golf balls wouldn’t go nearly as far, as the effectiveness of air circulation would be diminished.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
13 Mar. 2025
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Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil all over the surface of the dough and into the dimples.—
Kelly Brant,
arkansasonline.com,
14 Jan. 2025
Noun
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It’s been six years since Leaving Neverland left an indelible impression on Michael Jackson’s legacy.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
13 Mar. 2025
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Related Articles Asking Eric: Fairytale engagement sours friendship Asking Eric: Niece’s visit tests generosity Now, Bob may be working under the impression that this is just how your friendship works.—
R. Eric Thomas,
The Denver Post,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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But Walker hasn't returned to the field just yet and there's been some skepticism as to whether the veteran first baseman would be ready to take the field on opening day.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
17 Mar. 2025
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Unexpectedly, Disney placed the film’s tickets on sale less than two weeks before opening day — rather than the usual month in advance for its family titles.—
James Hibberd,
The Hollywood Reporter,
16 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Schrodinger basin, a large impact crater near the moon’s south pole, shows evidence of geologically recent volcanic activity.—
Richard Tribou,
Orlando Sentinel,
18 Mar. 2025
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Scientists suspect the Neretva Vallis channel was carved out eons ago, by water gushing into the crater.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The inside of the tomb is known for its intricate latticed screens, arched alcoves, and a double dome design following a typical medieval Mughal aesthetic.—
Shalbha Sarda,
Architectural Digest,
4 Mar. 2025
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The primary suite, which Palmer once used as his personal office, has a fireplace alcove with seating and a spa-like bathroom.—
Emma Reynolds,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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“Alveolus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alveolus. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.
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