capillary

Example Sentences

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"Our findings may have profound clinical implications, as we identified a link between red blood cell damage and cerebral hemorrhages that occurs at the capillary level."

From Science Daily

"Judge Cannon’s decision goes straight for the capillaries," Andrew Weissmann, a former assistant U.S. attorney wrote on X, formerly Twitter.

From Salon

Is there an herb that might make my capillaries stronger and less likely to bruise?

From Seattle Times

The research, conducted by New York University neuroscientists, shows that pericytes, which wrap around the capillaries -- the body's small blood vessels -- work in concert with neurons to help ensure that long-term memories are formed.

From Science Daily

Water can work its way under the door threshold via capillary attraction, wind or even negative slope on the exterior landing, causing water to run toward the room.

From Seattle Times