inflammation

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of inflammation According to Meriem, friction from certain hijab fabrics can roughen the hair shaft, while heat-trapping materials cause buildup, inflammation, and even ingrown hairs—all of which silently impact overall hair health. Eman Bare, Vogue, 19 May 2025 Lugo is dealing with right middle finger inflammation. Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 17 May 2025 But the active biomolecules within the placenta work with your immune system to promote repair by reducing inflammation and preventing scar formation. Marley Dewey, The Conversation, 16 May 2025 Other celebrities publicly shared their experience Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas, an organ which aids in digestion and regulates the way the body processes sugar. Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 9 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for inflammation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inflammation
Noun
  • Stash a pair in your carry-on to help prevent swelling and that heavy-leg feeling while flying.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2025
  • However, once her swelling went down, the shape of her earlobes bounced back to normal.
    Hedy Phillips, People.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Contributor Aging often comes with unwelcome changes, like joint stiffness, nerve pain, sleepless nights, and slowed recovery.
    Nia Bowers, USA Today, 20 May 2025
  • Symptoms like inflammation, joint pain, and stiffness are an inevitable part of aging.
    Health, Health, 20 May 2025

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Inflammation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inflammation. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on inflammation

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!