cardiovascular system
Plural
cardiovascular systems
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a complex network of the heart, blood, and blood vessels that transports oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to cells throughout the body and removes waste products
- The cardiovascular system keeps us alive.
- Blood vessels are in the cardiovascular system.
- Oxygen is carried by the cardiovascular system.
- The cardiovascular system works continuously.
- Blood vessels connect all parts of the cardiovascular system.
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