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a surgical procedure to remove the tonsils, typically due to recurrent infections or other health issues
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The patient underwent a tonsillectomy to remove their inflamed tonsils.
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My friend had to get a tonsillectomy because of frequent throat infections.
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I heard Jenny's getting her tonsils out - she's having a tonsillectomy.
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Removing toxic relationships from your life is like having a tonsillectomy for your soul.