high blood pressure
noun
: abnormally elevated blood pressure especially of the arteries
also
: hypertension
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What’s known as ‘white coat syndrome’ - or experiencing anxiety and high blood pressure around doctors in white coats - often skews at-office readings.
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William Mullane, USA TODAY, 10 May 2024
The long-time Publix grocery store employee allegedly did not consume energy drinks because of his high blood pressure.
—Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
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William Mullane, USA TODAY, 10 May 2024
The long-time Publix grocery store employee allegedly did not consume energy drinks because of his high blood pressure.
—Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for high blood pressure
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