as in nodule
a small rounded mass of swollen tissue
the doctor examined the node on my knee before deciding it was the result of arthritis
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Recent Examples of node
As the wearer walks, these nodes slide up and down, basically transferring the topography of the ground through the shoes to stimulate the foot.
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New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2025
One way to assess possible malignancy is irregularity of a growth, speed of growth, localized lymph node metastasis as evidenced by enlargement of the nodes, and more but there is no substitute for an FNA or removal and biopsy.
—Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 26 Oct. 2025
As with the Archer GE800 BE19000, the GE650 is EasyMesh compatible and can be deployed as a main router or node in a mesh network along with other TP-Link EasyMesh devices.
—PC Magazine, 25 Oct. 2025
Two weeks ago, the president’s social-media growling about higher China tariffs exposed a node of complacency among investors, who as a group had turned their focus away from the trade-policy flux.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 25 Oct. 2025
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New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2025
One way to assess possible malignancy is irregularity of a growth, speed of growth, localized lymph node metastasis as evidenced by enlargement of the nodes, and more but there is no substitute for an FNA or removal and biopsy.
—Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 26 Oct. 2025
As with the Archer GE800 BE19000, the GE650 is EasyMesh compatible and can be deployed as a main router or node in a mesh network along with other TP-Link EasyMesh devices.
—PC Magazine, 25 Oct. 2025
Two weeks ago, the president’s social-media growling about higher China tariffs exposed a node of complacency among investors, who as a group had turned their focus away from the trade-policy flux.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 25 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for node
Noun
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The announcement followed a routine physical in which doctors found a small prostate nodule that required additional testing.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Oct. 2025
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For now, its role is limited to state sponsorship to give Impossible Metals Bahrain the right to canvas the area and deploy robots that collect manganese, copper, and nickel nodules.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Symptoms include pain, swelling, stiffness, and decreased joint mobility.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
31 Oct. 2025
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Look for swelling, rashes, visible lumps or if the nipple has been pulled in.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The cash option is a one-time, lump-sum payment that is equal to all the cash in the Mega Millions jackpot prize pool.—
Tanya Wildt,
Freep.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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That’s why any new lump or change in the chest deserves medical attention.—
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Active anthill, choreographed by collision warning systems,music arranged by sonics of bumps and scrapes.—
Leslie Simon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Nov. 2025
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All of this comes in a waist-width that can suck up bumps, carve on groomers, and thanks to a unique tip that increases surface area for improved float, surf through a bit of boot-top fluff.—
Kimberly Beekman,
Outside,
4 Nov. 2025
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Bell decided that Liam would have an inoperable brain tumor, and called Clifton into his office to explain the decision, Clifton told Soap Opera Digest.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Pain From the Spread of Bladder Cancer Pain, too, can be an indication that the tumor has spread, especially pain in the flank area or the area above your pubic bone.—
Colleen Doherty,
Verywell Health,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Node.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/node. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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