tissue

Definition of tissuenext

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Recent Examples of tissue After a fracture, the body moves through overlapping stages of repair that include inflammation, formation of new tissue and, later, remodeling of the repaired area. Priya Bhardwaj, The Conversation, 22 June 2026 For decades, scientists believed this renewal depended heavily on fibroblasts, a class of supportive cells nestled in the deeper layer of the skin that secrete growth-promoting molecules and build the structural scaffolding that holds tissue together. Peter Jurich, Hartford Courant, 22 June 2026 The larvae of the parasitic fly feed on the tissue of any warm-blooded animal, even humans, but officials say the risk to people is low. Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 22 June 2026 Researchers also drew on intestinal tissue and stomach-content data from previous studies. Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for tissue
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tissue
Noun
  • Keep a large towel or two in your car to cover your seats, center console and dashboard.
    Cody Godwin, USA Today, 26 June 2026
  • An inspection found traces of the insecticide phosphine gas on towels, masks and swab samples taken from the hotel.
    CBS News, CBS News, 26 June 2026
Noun
  • The new accessories collection includes key rings, luggage tags, passport covers, card holders, coasters, placemats, notebook and diary covers, zip pouches, bookmarks, napkin holders, desk accessories and a structured briefcase.
    Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
  • Two played on the napkin dispenser at the soda station.
    David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 18 June 2026

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“Tissue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tissue. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.

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