kidney

as in type
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common her new boyfriend is of a different kidney than what she usually dates

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Recent Examples of kidney Pluvicto can sometimes affect the kidneys and should not be used during pregnancy due to risk to the unborn baby, the prescribing information warns. Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025 Lupus is an autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system attacks healthy tissues, rather than targeting the bad bacteria and viruses, causing inflammation that can affect the joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, brain, heart, and lungs. Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025 For example, Bayer offers a copay savings card that can be as low as $0 per prescription for people who qualify for its drug Kerendia, used to treat chronic kidney disease in people with type 2 diabetes. Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 3 Nov. 2025 Paul Scheer will play Ruben, a brother of a patient who needs a kidney transplant. Joe Otterson, Variety, 30 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for kidney
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Noun
  • Two identical spacecraft will orbit in formation to provide a first-of-its-kind 3D view of Mars' magnetosphere and upper atmosphere.
    Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 8 Nov. 2025
  • Vacheron Constantin, for example, embarked on an ambitious project to fully remake its original American 1921 watch using the tools and techniques from the era in a one-of-a-kind piece.
    Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • The retro sneakers featured a smooth green leather upper with white serrated three-stripe detailing, a rounded toe and a flat rubber sole — a clean, low-profile build typical of Adidas’ early training shoes.
    Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
  • The 19-piece collection culls inspiration from American collegiate themes like plaid, rugby stripes and other sport motifs.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 10 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • The new district is a throwback of sorts to Orange County’s mid- to late-20th-century role as a bastion of conservative Republicanism.
    David Mark, The Washington Examiner, 7 Nov. 2025
  • The outdoor area also serves as a large concourse, of sorts, with plenty of space for vendors and local food trucks.
    Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • The resurrection of the Universal monster franchise toiled in development hell for decades, with genre icons like George Romero and Clive Barker attached at various points.
    Andrew Walsh, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Nov. 2025
  • Cozyverse was written with omegaverse beginners in mind, giving readers an easy entry point to our favorite genre, while also crafting stories that would be fresh and exciting to long-time omegaverse fans.
    Emilia Emerson, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
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  • What to know about Bo Bo, a classic mutt comprised of several breeds, including pit bull, according to The Tennessean, part of the USA TODAY Network, was found wandering the streets of Florida in 2022.
    Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Types of dog brushes There is a wide variety of dog brushes available to meet the different coat needs of dog breeds.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2025
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  • Although timber remains the primary long-term commercial value, growing improved varieties for both nuts and timber is considered potentially highly profitable, provided there is a long-term perspective and proper tree management.
    Randy Moll, Arkansas Online, 11 Nov. 2025
  • For lunch and dinner, Coconut Creek offers a variety of cuisines to choose from, including Papamigos' Asian-Mexican tacos and sushi, fresh seafood at The Fish Joint, and the Italian flavors of Sette Mezzo.
    Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2025

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“Kidney.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kidney. Accessed 22 Nov. 2025.

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