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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

embolism

/ɛmˈboʊlɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does embolism mean?

noun

A clot of tissue or other material that has become lodged in a blood vessel, often causing a blockage. A sudden, unexpected event or situation.

Example

"The embolism in her lung was life-threatening, but the surgery was successful."

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