AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM
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Autonomic Nervous System.
Autonomic Nervous System - as a noun
The part of the nervous system of vertebrates that controls involuntary actions of the smooth muscles and heart and glands
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ansExample Sentences
"The autonomic nervous system controls the involuntary functions of the body, such as heart rate and digestion."
"Damage to the autonomic nervous system can lead to problems with blood pressure regulation."
"The autonomic nervous system is divided into the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems."
"Stress can activate the sympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system."
"The autonomic nervous system is responsible for the fight-or-flight response."
