reflux

noun

Definition of refluxnext
as in flow

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Recent Examples of reflux 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 Still, those who ultimately recovered well knew of family members who continue to struggle years later with nausea or reflux or fatigue. — Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2026 Heavy meals close to bedtime slow digestion and lying flat after eating triggers reflux. — Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reflux
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  1. flow
  2. ebb
  3. drain
  4. reflow
Noun
  • Then let the traffic flow unimpeded for the benefit of both nations.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2026
  • Officers are trained to pull the car over in an area where the vehicles can park outside the flow of traffic.
    — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
Definition of flow
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  • Dondi watched her group of matchmakers ebb, with some volunteers going back to their lives.
    — Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • Years of going through the ebbs and flows of playoff games had the Knicks ready.
    — Zach Harper, New York Times, 16 June 2026
Definition of ebb
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  • The package also comes with a drain tap, a drain hose, a carrying bag, a user manual, and—very important—the insulated cover.
    — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026
  • The pipes had clogged and the room was flooded with sewage coming up a drain.
    — Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
Definition of drain
Noun
  • The root cause might lie in solder paste deposition, component placement, conveyor vibration, reflow profile or some combination.
    — Joel Scutchfield, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
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