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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
The salt in your food can increase fluid retention in your kidneys, potentially leading to elevated blood pressure,’’ said Pianko.
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Merve Ceylan, Health, 20 Oct. 2025
The actor's kidneys and corneas were also donated.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
These include health factors such as chronic heart, kidney or lung diseases or lifestyle factors like smoking or drinking heavily.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 20 Oct. 2025
Although mortality rates for heart disease and stroke have declined since 1990, rates have increased for diabetes, chronic kidney disease and Alzheimer’s disease.
—Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 12 Oct. 2025
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Merve Ceylan, Health, 20 Oct. 2025
The actor's kidneys and corneas were also donated.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
These include health factors such as chronic heart, kidney or lung diseases or lifestyle factors like smoking or drinking heavily.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 20 Oct. 2025
Although mortality rates for heart disease and stroke have declined since 1990, rates have increased for diabetes, chronic kidney disease and Alzheimer’s disease.
—Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 12 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kidney
Noun
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The study, the first of its kind locally, was conducted by Sojourner Family Peace Center in Milwaukee, the state's largest advocacy organization for victims of domestic violence.—
Ashley Luthern,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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No one likes to see streaking of any kind.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
26 Oct. 2025
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The flannel and cashmere blends versions for the chillier seasons that maintain a softer finish in the Prince of Wales, stripes, herringbone and micro design color hues.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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While Harrison opted for the red stripe set, the midnight foulard was a close second.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
28 Oct. 2025
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The entire city of New York — Jets and Giants combined — has totaled 76 wins of any sort since 2018.—
Sam McDowell
October 24,
Kansas City Star,
24 Oct. 2025
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The video then shows scenes of adult Glinda — played by Ariana Grande — embracing her new role as Glinda the Good, serving as a spokes-witch of sorts for The Wizard of Oz and his agenda.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
23 Oct. 2025
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And look for dozens of episodes featuring genre-spanning discussions, debates, and explainers with Rolling Stone‘s critics and reporters.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
26 Oct. 2025
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But Interview With the Vampire set a precedent for transformative TV from the Immortal Universe, its narrative and visual audacity subverting adaptation tropes and genre storytelling by challenging viewers’ notions of immortality, sexuality, and destiny.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
25 Oct. 2025
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The American Kennel Club notes that most dog breeds are regarded for their loyalty and sensitivity.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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The color of an eggshell depends on the breed of the chicken.—
Lindsey DeSoto,
Health,
23 Oct. 2025
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His acting style had an influence on a variety of actors, including Martin Sheen, who’s been vocal about Dean’s impact on his career.—
Skyler Trepel,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Having people with a variety of backgrounds work together on a project ups the likelihood that our interpretations are accurate.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Kidney.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kidney. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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