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Recent Examples of alveolar
Ofelia Torres died on Friday at the age of 16 from Stage 4 alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer that affects the soft tissue.
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Mirna Alsharif,
NBC news,
15 Feb. 2026
Ofelia Giselle Torres Hidalgo, 16, died Friday from stage 4 alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, the family said in a statement.
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ABC News,
15 Feb. 2026
Simulation models also revealed that the particles tend to accumulate in the alveolar region of the lungs, the deepest part of the respiratory tract.
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Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Dec. 2025
The smallest, what are called ultrafine particles, even slip through the alveolar capillary barrier itself, crossing into the bloodstream, and from there travel throughout the body, including to the heart, the brain, and the kidneys to initiate even more destruction and disease (see below).
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Bill Frist,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Mirna Alsharif,
NBC news,
15 Feb. 2026
Ofelia Giselle Torres Hidalgo, 16, died Friday from stage 4 alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, the family said in a statement.
—
ABC News,
15 Feb. 2026
Simulation models also revealed that the particles tend to accumulate in the alveolar region of the lungs, the deepest part of the respiratory tract.
—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Dec. 2025
The smallest, what are called ultrafine particles, even slip through the alveolar capillary barrier itself, crossing into the bloodstream, and from there travel throughout the body, including to the heart, the brain, and the kidneys to initiate even more destruction and disease (see below).
—
Bill Frist,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alveolar
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Who shall enter the cavernous maw of our fair stadium next?
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The living room can turn suddenly cold and cavernous, with Joe and Angela yelling at each other across an emotional chasm.
Adjective
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The intuitive hollow center cylinder is raised high enough to prevent pots and dishes from blocking the drain.
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Under its short brownish hairs are hollow spines that connect to toxin glands.
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Their concave shapes and generous size are perfect vessels for all kinds of fillings, from a rich, hearty meat ragù to lighter combinations like ricotta and seasonal vegetables.
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Checking the Seal Jars that have successfully sealed will have a concave lid that won't pop back up when pressed.
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“Alveolar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alveolar. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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