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Recent Examples of airway
The burns cause swelling, the airways close, and the victim can asphyxiate.
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Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 22 May 2026
Obesity is the strongest single risk factor — excess fat around the neck and upper airway makes airway collapse more likely.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026
Inhaling directly from pressurized canisters can cause frostbite injuries to the mouth and airway.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 15 May 2026
An uncontrolled bleed in this area can obstruct the airway, potentially leading to death.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 14 May 2026
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Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 22 May 2026
Obesity is the strongest single risk factor — excess fat around the neck and upper airway makes airway collapse more likely.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 18 May 2026
Inhaling directly from pressurized canisters can cause frostbite injuries to the mouth and airway.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 15 May 2026
An uncontrolled bleed in this area can obstruct the airway, potentially leading to death.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for airway
Noun
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The bridge, which connects Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, would be a vital economic artery between Canada and the United States.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 June 2026
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The bridge, which would connect Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, and would be a vital economic artery between Canada and the United States, had been expected to open early this year, according to information on the project’s website.—
Rob Gillies,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Rain is forecast on Saturday afternoon, which could complicate the mission which involves navigating steep passageways within the cavern.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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But going a little deeper, the YouTube series follows people going through these passageways and ending up in an endless series of mostly empty rooms, a maze that goes on forever, and they are often stalked by unknown monstrous creatures.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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The funding will also help pay for the replacement of a large drainage culvert near Sierra College Boulevard on English Colony Way at Clover Valley Creek, along with the construction of a new bridge and roadway improvements on Garden Bar Road at Doty Ravine.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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Following the death of legendary entertainer, journalist and humanitarian Will Rogers in 1935, the roadway was designated the Will Rogers Memorial Highway, creating a lasting connection between Santa Monica and Rogers’ hometown of Claremore, Oklahoma.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
9 June 2026
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Visitors to New Castle, Delaware, are greeted by cobblestone streets, alleys, dense urbanism and rich history.—
Staff,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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During the four-month primary campaign, Raman offered withering critiques of Bass’ first term, saying the mayor failed to act with urgency on homelessness, apartment construction, street repairs and the exodus of entertainment jobs from the region.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Noun
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While on the highway, the driver hit speeds as high as 90 mph as officers trailed behind.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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In a news release Thursday, the Idaho Transportation Department said 370 feet of highway was repaired and the shoulders of the road were rebuilt.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
11 June 2026
Noun
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County officials said the money would be used to repair roads, fix storm damage, maintain bridges and manage roadside vegetation.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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Chart your own path through American history across the 33 miles of roads and 1,328 monuments on the battlefield, view hallowed ground from atop the Pennsylvania Memorial and see where President Abraham Lincoln gave his historic address at the Gettysburg National Cemetery.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
Noun
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TxDOT is planning to widen busy thoroughfare from Bill Cook Road west of Justin to FM 1830 near Lantana.—
Elizabeth Campbell,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 June 2026
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Connecting Highway 401 in Ontario with Interstate 75 in Michigan, the six-lane thoroughfare is expected to reduce congestion at surrounding border crossings while facilitating a freer flow of goods between the countries.—
Kate Nishimura,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Judicial bypass denials have even increased in some states, with Florida denying up to 13% of requests.—
Sunaya Krishnapura,
STAT,
10 June 2026
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The nose-gear steering bypass pin is removed, the pilot regains full steering control, and the aircraft begins moving under its own power, taxiing to the runway threshold before lining up for takeoff while passengers wonder what's taking so long.—
David Szondy
June 07,
New Atlas,
7 June 2026
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“Airway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/airway. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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