high blood pressure

American  

noun

1. elevation of the arterial blood pressure or a condition resulting from it; hypertension. HBP

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high blood pressure Scientific  

/ hī /

1. See hypertension

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Etymology

Origin of high blood pressure

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

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high blood pressure

"I have heart disease, high blood pressure and problems with my eyes," she said.

From Barron's ● Jul. 25, 2026

Those with uncontrolled high blood pressure, certain heart rhythm disorders, severe anxiety, insomnia, or other conditions that require caffeine restriction should speak with a healthcare provider before increasing their coffee intake.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 25, 2026

Because the study relied on questionnaires and self-reported diagnoses, it cannot prove that sugary drinks or fruit juice directly caused high blood pressure.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 23, 2026

The connection between sugary drinks, fruit juice and high blood pressure remained even after researchers considered overall diet quality, physical activity and other factors.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 23, 2026

Because of my recent illness and my history of high blood pressure, I had been put on a strict low-cholesterol diet.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela