: magnetic resonance imaging
also : the procedure in which magnetic resonance imaging is used

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The Palencia news was encouraging when considering the MRI didn’t reveal a major elbow injury, and left-hander Matthew Boyd was scheduled to throw a rehab outing with High A South Bend on Saturday. Andy Martinez, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2026 However, the brutal victory came at a cost, as Gaethje now faces a 180-day medical suspension for injuries to his right wrist and left knee, pending MRI clearance. Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 Risks from particulate matter being left behind in patients include infection, delays in diagnosis and interference with MRI scans, according to Hologic’s customer letter from January. Annika Inampudi, Fortune, 17 June 2026 Scientists are exploring connections between hot flashes, sleep disruption, memory performance, brain connectivity and even structural changes visible on MRI scans. Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for MRI

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1982, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of MRI was in 1982

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“MRI.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/MRI. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.

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: magnetic resonance imaging
also : a procedure in which magnetic resonance imaging is used
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