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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 kidneys
While a male fetus is developing in the womb, testicles originate in the abdomen near the kidneys.
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Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
25 June 2026
Studies show loading up on higher doses offers no advantages and only puts more stress on your kidneys.
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Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
According to MedlinePlus, an online health resource run by the National Library of Medicine, lupus is a chronic autoimmune condition that can affect many parts of the body, including the skin, joints, kidneys, lungs, heart, blood vessels, nervous system and digestive system.
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ABC News,
23 June 2026
These infections may affect the kidneys, bladder, ureters (tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder), and urethra (the tube that delivers urine out of the body from the bladder), but most clear the body after a short course of oral antibiotics.
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Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
23 June 2026
People have reported symptoms that affect their kidneys, among other organs.
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Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
The kidneys and glands, such as the parathyroid glands, produce hormones such as parathyroid hormone and vitamin D that act as signals to tell bone when to release calcium and phosphate into the bloodstream and when to store them.
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Priya Bhardwaj,
The Conversation,
22 June 2026
Since the program began, people living with HIV have been able to receive kidneys or livers from HIV-positive donors, but until 2024, these surgeries were done as part of a research program and required approval from an independent review board.
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Tanya Lewis,
Scientific American,
19 June 2026
While doctors have previously transplanted HOPE hearts, kidneys, and livers, the delicate and infection-prone nature of lungs kept them off the table until now.
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Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
25 June 2026
Studies show loading up on higher doses offers no advantages and only puts more stress on your kidneys.
—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
24 June 2026
According to MedlinePlus, an online health resource run by the National Library of Medicine, lupus is a chronic autoimmune condition that can affect many parts of the body, including the skin, joints, kidneys, lungs, heart, blood vessels, nervous system and digestive system.
—
ABC News,
23 June 2026
These infections may affect the kidneys, bladder, ureters (tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder), and urethra (the tube that delivers urine out of the body from the bladder), but most clear the body after a short course of oral antibiotics.
—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
23 June 2026
People have reported symptoms that affect their kidneys, among other organs.
—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
The kidneys and glands, such as the parathyroid glands, produce hormones such as parathyroid hormone and vitamin D that act as signals to tell bone when to release calcium and phosphate into the bloodstream and when to store them.
—
Priya Bhardwaj,
The Conversation,
22 June 2026
Since the program began, people living with HIV have been able to receive kidneys or livers from HIV-positive donors, but until 2024, these surgeries were done as part of a research program and required approval from an independent review board.
—
Tanya Lewis,
Scientific American,
19 June 2026
While doctors have previously transplanted HOPE hearts, kidneys, and livers, the delicate and infection-prone nature of lungs kept them off the table until now.
—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kidneys
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Proudly made in the USA, these coloring tablecloths make memorable experiences for parties, family gatherings, camps, and celebrations of all kinds.
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The Juneteenth celebration continued at Malcolm X Park for a festival that included food, music and dozens of vendors of all kinds.
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Once open, the program will provide transitional housing and on-site services to people who are chronically homeless and struggling with drug addiction, mental health or all types of disabilities.
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But the total tally obscures how there were basically two types of Davis residents, those living close to the project and those living elsewhere in town.
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Made from a travel-friendly fabric, these pull-on pants with a drawstring waist come in stripes and prints that would inspire me to get dressed.
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This rollneck style from Gap comes in a variety of fun colors—and even stripes—so your outfits still feel fresh and exciting.
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The convention hall was filled with cosplayers, from rookies to experts, dressed as characters from a variety of genres, from anime to gaming.
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There are certain genres that seem inappropriate to play during cold weather.
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Beyond the exchange of ideas, business pitches and social affairs, folks are likely to leave Cannes Lions with all sorts food for thought.
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Some have even wondered whether MSG will host a fan event of sorts, rather than an actual wedding event.
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The wines nod to both Rhône and Bordeaux varieties grown across three estate vineyards in the Rocks District and Yakima Valley, with room for quirks such as Picpoul and the Portuguese Tinta Cão that grow almost nowhere else in the country.
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The bakery will offer more than 150 varieties of breads, pastries and desserts.
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“Kidneys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kidneys. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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