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infarction

[in-fahrk-shuhn] / ɪnˈfɑrk ʃən /
NOUN
blockade
Synonyms
STRONGEST
barricade closure encirclement restriction roadblock siege stoppage
STRONG
bar clog embolus hindrance impediment infarct obstacle obstruction snag stop wall
WEAK
blank wall
Antonyms
STRONGEST
beginning opening start
STRONG
advantage aid assistance clearance help promotion support

Example Sentences

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I was sweat covered, tipping toward cardiac infarction.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 6, 2025

We should think about treating both the myocardial infarction both by quick recanalization of the vessel to restore oxygenated blood supply and also by targeting immune cells to mitigate the arrhythmic effects of the injury.

From Science Daily • Oct. 13, 2025

Raised blood lipids are a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases such as myocardial infarction and stroke.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2024

The team manipulated the model to simulate conditions of right ventricular dysfunction, including pulmonary hypertension and myocardial infarction.

From Science Daily • Dec. 8, 2023

Mrs. Bell, the myocardial infarction has caused some complications.

From "The Crossover" by Kwame Alexander