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a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
her new boyfriend is of a different kidney than what she usually dates
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Recent Examples of kidney
The native New Yorker and two-time Emmy nominee has long contended with health and medical crises, including diabetes, alcoholism and a 2010 kidney transplant, per Rolling Stone.
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Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 18 Mar. 2025
The infection can also spread and affect other parts of your urinary tract, including your bladder, ureters (the tubes that connect your kidneys to your bladder), and kidneys.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 17 Mar. 2025
The first three weeks of his hospitalization were marked by a roller coaster of setbacks, including respiratory crises, mild kidney failure and a severe coughing fit.
—Colleen Barry, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, Alcantara’s condition worsened; he was intubated, placed in a coma and lost a kidney before dying on March 7.
—Elizabeth Keogh, New York Daily News, 11 Mar. 2025
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Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 18 Mar. 2025
The infection can also spread and affect other parts of your urinary tract, including your bladder, ureters (the tubes that connect your kidneys to your bladder), and kidneys.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 17 Mar. 2025
The first three weeks of his hospitalization were marked by a roller coaster of setbacks, including respiratory crises, mild kidney failure and a severe coughing fit.
—Colleen Barry, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2025
Meanwhile, Alcantara’s condition worsened; he was intubated, placed in a coma and lost a kidney before dying on March 7.
—Elizabeth Keogh, New York Daily News, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kidney
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View Recipe Fruits of all kinds, especially berries, grapes, apples, and citrus, are celebrated by health experts for their anti-inflammatory properties.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Mar. 2025
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Maybe not, and hopefully not, to the same extent—hopefully not ever finding themselves in the position of total dependence on Russian energy of any kind.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
18 Mar. 2025
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It is made of medium-weight cotton and adorned with charming details like deep blue stripes and wide ties to accentuate the V-neckline.—
Nora Colomer,
Fox News,
19 Mar. 2025
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The Red Flash even had a 14-4 advantage at the charity stripe over Alabama State, which didn’t even attempt a free throw until the final five minutes of the game.—
Justin Williams,
The Athletic,
18 Mar. 2025
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In fact, the notion of a charter for Chicago is having a moment of sorts.—
David Greising,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Mar. 2025
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Newsom launched a podcast in March, and his early guests included a MAGA A-List of sorts.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Mar. 2025
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Between this and the forthcoming Queens of the Dead, Haven has a clear future in the horror (and horror-comedy) genre.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them.,
27 Mar. 2025
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Manning co-founded Omaha with Jamie Horowitz and has produced and sold over 30 television shows and movies, scripted and unscripted, to major networks and streaming platforms, spanning genres from sports to lifestyle to comedy.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
27 Mar. 2025
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The American Kennel Club, the world's largest registry of purebred dogs, revealed its ranking for the most popular dog breeds of 2024 on Tuesday.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA TODAY,
20 Mar. 2025
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Before the French bulldog took over the top spot, the Labrador retriever was the most popular breed for 31 years in a row.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
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The iPhone 15 Pro is available here in a variety of colors and prices in Renewed Premium condition.—
David Phelan,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Choose from a variety of seasonal hues, including baby pink, light green, and lavender.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Kidney.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kidney. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.
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