inflammation
noun
in·flam·ma·tion
ˌin-flə-ˈmā-shən 
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The drug is used to reduce inflammation.
inflammations of the throat and ears
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Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
Both coffee and tea contain bioactive ingredients such as polyphenols and caffeine, which may reduce inflammation and cellular damage while defending against cognitive decline.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
In addition, Andrew Wiggins is listed as questionable with toe inflammation.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 10 Feb. 2026
Research suggests that coffee may even help boost certain fasting benefits, such as improving weight management, supporting metabolism, and reducing inflammation.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 10 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for inflammation
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“Inflammation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inflammation. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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inflammation
noun
in·flam·ma·tion
ˌin-flə-ˈmā-shən
1
: the act of inflaming : the state of being inflamed
2
: a bodily response to injury in which heat, redness, pain, swelling, and more than the usual amount of blood are present in the area affected
Medical Definition
inflammation
noun
in·flam·ma·tion
ˌin-flə-ˈmā-shən
: a local response to cellular injury that is marked by capillary dilatation, leukocytic infiltration, redness, heat, pain, swelling, and often loss of function and that serves as a mechanism initiating the elimination of noxious agents and of damaged tissue
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