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Updated June 2026
an abnormally dilated or swollen vein
“The varix in her leg required medical attention.”
var·ix
"Varix" uses 5 different letters, which makes it efficient for eliminating options. Its 2 vowels balance the consonants. Watch the less-common letter X.
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