: any of the vessels through which blood circulates in the body
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First, our blood vessels constrict in our arms and legs.—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026 Other chronic conditions that damage blood vessels and increase risks for heart disease are also common among Americans, according to the report.—Dr. Richard Zhang, ABC News, 21 Jan. 2026 However, bird retinas lack blood vessels, likely an evolutionary adaptation to prevent light scattering and improve visual clarity.—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 21 Jan. 2026 Cold air can constrict blood vessels, disproportionately raising blood pressure and constricting coronary arteries.—Greta Cross, USA Today, 21 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for blood vessel