clot

Example Sentences

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Earlier research has shown that shingles infections can trigger blood clot formation near the brain and heart, increasing the risk of heart attacks, strokes and venous thromboembolism.

From Science Daily • Mar. 20, 2026

Low was also believed to have swallowed a blood clot from his nose or mouth.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

Emmy-winning actress Catherine O'Hara, who starred in "Schitt's Creek" and "Home Alone," died from a blood clot in her lungs, her death certificate revealed Monday.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

Another doctor discovered a significant blood clot running from the middle of her calf, all the way up near her belly.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2025

People weave around us like we're a blood clot in the hallway's artery.

From "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" by John Green and David Levithan