NOUN: "the regular expansion of an artery caused by the ejection of blood into the arterial system by the contractions of the heart" Crossword Clue

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NOUN: "the regular expansion of an artery caused by the ejection of blood into the arterial system by the contractions of the heart" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart
2. the rate at which the heart beats; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person’s health
(verb)
1. produce or modulate (as electromagnetic waves) in the form of short bursts or pulses or cause an apparatus to produce pulses
2. expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

EJECTION (noun)
1. the act of forcing out someone or something
2. the act of expelling or projecting or ejecting
EXPANSION (noun)
1. adding information or detail
2. a discussion that provides additional information

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PULES

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