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Apoplexy

usgb/ˈæpəpleksi/Volume
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Used mainly in medical or clinical contexts, not everyday conversation. SlideThe neurologist diagnosed the unconscious man with apoplexy.
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Implies a sudden and serious medical emergency requiring quick response. SlideParamedics recognized signs of apoplexy and acted swiftly.
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Obsolete UsagePlay
While 'apoplexy' is historical, 'stroke' is now the more common term. SlideOld medical texts often refer to strokes as apoplexy.
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