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In some senses, surgical is marked as figuratively. Watch for register when choosing this word.
ADJ.
biodegradable, common, far, finished, inside, internal, postoperative, potential
The surgeon removed the biodegradable surgical implant after the wound had healed completely.
VERB + SURGICAL
botched, destroyed, hospitalized, leaving, pair, release, sold, started
The botched surgical procedure left him with permanent nerve damage.
SURGICAL + NOUN
air-strike, closure, errors, foam, gloves, hand-sanitizers, instrument, operation
The surgeon wore surgical gloves during the delicate operation on the patient's heart.
PREP.
after, after, despite, from, out, with
The patient recovered quickly after surgical intervention to repair the torn ligament.
ADV.
poorly
The patient recovered well despite the surgical team's initial concerns about the poorly planned procedure.