vein
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She died after suffering a pulmonary embolism, a sudden, dangerous blockage in a lung artery, resulting from deep vein thrombosis.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026
While Igbokwe added that Hargitay has “a wicked sense of humor,” it would be a shock to hear the “SVU” star do anything resembling a roast or zingers in the vein of Rivers or Sykes.
From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2026
The early part of the record continues in this dreamy vein, favoring smoky mood and undulating rhythm.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
That thoughtful vein is prominent in “Final Deployment 4: Queen Battle Walkthrough.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
Harry could tell that Uncle Vernon was thinking it over, even if his teeth were bared and a vein was throbbing in his temple.
From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling
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It was an insult to say he had milk in his veins.
From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026
He did so on various grounds, including that they had not examined Pike before rendering an opinion about whether her veins were too small to handle the required IV placement.
From Slate ● Aug. 25, 2026
Johnson’s carapace is detailed with skin-like textures, swollen bicep veins and living tattoos that offer him encouragement and advice.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 9, 2026
After carefully mapping the pores and veins, Navlakha and Zheng found that the leaf structure naturally forms a Voronoi pattern.
From Science Daily ● May 14, 2026
Their faces turn red, veins on their necks stand out, and they sweat despite the icicles hanging from the trees.
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
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