ventilator

Example Sentences

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Li, who suffers from a genetic degenerative condition that progressively weakens muscles, relies on a ventilator permanently connected to his windpipe to breathe, but grows celery with the help of his 62-year-old mother.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

I have to use a ventilator overnight, when my breathing is more shallow than during the day.

From BBC • Jan. 9, 2026

They may require oxygen or intravenous fluid or even be put on a ventilator to help them breathe, according to the CDC.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2025

One of the trialled drugs caused her to stop breathing, and she had be put on a ventilator.

From BBC • Sep. 30, 2025

But in his mind, a cool wind started up and blew out of the ventilator grille at home, softly, softly, chilling his face.

From "Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury