REFLUX Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

reflux

noun

Definition of reflux

as in flow

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Recent Examples of reflux More research is needed to determine whether or not there is a true cause-and-effect relationship between eating more fiber and improvements in reflux, Toriz says. — Sarah Klein, Time, 30 June 2026 Guilfoyle said helpful approaches include increasing enrichment and sniff-based activities on walks, providing more structured chewing opportunities, treating underlying nausea, reflux, pain or anxiety if present, and redirecting with food or toys before the dog starts grazing heavily. — Diana Bocco, USA Today, 15 May 2026 Acid reflux, which is when stomach acid gets into the esophagus, causes symptoms like a sore throat and trouble swallowing, Cleveland Clinic says. — Cara Lynn Shultz, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026 The Sleep Foundation recommends this as a practical, medication-free adjustment for reflux management. — Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reflux

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Noun

Electrical impulses carry our messages across those routes, with synapses serving as intersections, and chemical signals helping control the flow of traffic.

— Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
The design effects have a theatricality that suits the classical-style score and the storytelling flow of the narrative.

— Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026

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These kinds of changes are likely to grow rather than ebb over the next decade as AI continues to revolutionize the way companies operate.

— Nisha Talagala, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Balancing full-time and part-time career goals The side hustle’s ebb-and-flow contrasts with the steady paycheck and cadence of her NASA job.

— Megan Sauer, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026

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There are understandable concerns over the drain of leadership and experience following the exits of Salah, Andy Robertson, Ibrahima Konate and Curtis Jones.

— James Pearce, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026
But many residents fear data centers will spike utility bills, drain water resources and destroy farmland.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026

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