organ
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
It is vital that those at risk are diagnosed early to prevent long-term organ damage, the charity says.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
There hasn’t been a tissue or organ in the body where microplastics haven’t been found.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Ebola, a viral haemorrhagic fever that spreads through direct contact with bodily fluids, can cause severe bleeding and organ failure.
From Barron's ● Jul. 14, 2026
“Shine a Light,” accented with Billy Preston’s piano and organ, transports listeners to a higher place.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026
We filed into our pew, all except for Harry, who went up to assist Miss Brown at the organ.
From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly
![]()
It destroyed Carla's reproductive organs and was so extensive she was left needing bladder reconstruction surgery and a total hysterectomy.
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026
Transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy is an underdiagnosed and potentially fatal disease of the heart muscle in which a protein called transthyretin builds up in the heart, nerves and other organs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
Although some particles briefly accumulated in other organs such as the spleen, the researchers found no signs of toxicity outside the tumors.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 9, 2026
Many characteristics go into determining someone’s sex: chromosomes, reproductive organs, hormonal balances, secondary sex characteristics like breast tissue and body-hair distribution.
From Slate ● Jul. 7, 2026
A contemporary of Leeuwenhoek’s, Jan Swammerdam, showed that butterflies, which had been regarded as new creatures born out of the pupa, were already present within the caterpillar: their organs could be identified by dissection.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
![]()
Vocabulary lists containing organ
Cell Biology - Middle School
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Cell Biology - High School
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Animals (Zoology) - Introductory
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!