ovaries

Cultural

sing. ovary The paired organs in the female reproductive system that produce ova and release certain hormones, such as estrogen.

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By the time she was diagnosed, she had reached stage 4, with deep infiltrating endometriosis spread across her ligaments, intestine, pelvis, ovaries and uterus.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

In November 2024, during a routine check-up, a gynecologist found evidence of cancer in Michelle’s ovaries.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

Endometriosis is usually found on the lining of the pelvis and ovaries and can sometimes be found on the bowel or bladder or even outside of the pelvic area.

From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026

Removing the ovaries, which stops ovarian hormone production, also extended lifespan.

From Science Daily • Jan. 16, 2026

The poor woman didn’t have ovaries or a uterus any more.

From "Slaughterhouse-Five" by Kurt Vonnegut

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