Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swelled (up)
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The Wolverines increased their lead to 42 with less than a minute left in the fourth.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Jan. 2026 -
And while famine has not yet emerged, food insecurity has increased, with most Cubans eating a limited diet and skipping meals.—
Joseph J. Gonzalez,
Fortune,
8 Jan. 2026
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No doubt using a light touch so as to avoid excessive product buildup, Anderson augmented her prep with the Multi Moisture Cream.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
13 Jan. 2026
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The team’s latest run of continuity dates to the first-round selections of Adebayo in 2017 and Herro in 2019, augmented along the way with the likes of Jimmy Butler, Kyle Lowry, Terry Rozier, Andrew Wiggins and this past offseason Powell.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2026
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The popular chicken restaurant has been in operation for more than 70 years and expanded to eight different states, but it is still recognized as a Chicago staple.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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The restaurant group, which includes a large catering operation, has steadily expanded over the years, boasting eight other locations in San Diego and Orange counties, including its flagship restaurant, the more than16-year-old Cucina Urbana in Bankers Hill.—
Lori Weisberg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Jan. 2026
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Once the bulb has finished blooming, remove the wax coating and any wires that may have been inserted into the bottom of the bulb.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
11 Jan. 2026
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That was evident against Louisville on Tuesday, when Scheyer inserted Sarr at halftime and had him face-guard sharpshooter Ryan Conwell, who had 16 first-half points.—
Brendan Marks,
New York Times,
11 Jan. 2026
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Prominent pro-Trump accounts on X amplified the videos and other posts from people who raised questions about day care business filings.—
David Ingram,
NBC news,
11 Jan. 2026
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Sunlight fills the dome’s open floor plan, amplified by generous wood accents and broad windows that showcase views of oaks and the pond nearby.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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That compounded to even fewer touches.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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The challenge is compounded by federal uncertainty.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Jan. 2026
Verb
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So Great After baking with the heavy cream, the cinnamon rolls become extra enlarged, moist, and gooey.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
29 Dec. 2025
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Pininfarina has also enlarged the side air intakes, visually emphasizing the rear fenders.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 Dec. 2025
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As the negative press multiplied daily, Tapia and Toviggino avoided comment.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
13 Jan. 2026
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That trickiness is multiplied when a seemingly nebulous dress code—like semi-formal or cocktail attire—comes into play.—
Amber Rambharose,
InStyle,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Swelled (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swelled%20%28up%29. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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