noun
a medical condition characterized by a sudden loss of consciousness or paralysis due to a rupture or blockage of a blood vessel in the brain
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The patient suffered from a severe case of apoplexy, resulting in a sudden loss of consciousness.
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I heard that old man had an apoplexy attack last week, but he's recovering now.
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Don't stress yourself out too much, you'll give yourself apoplexy!
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The news of the company's bankruptcy caused apoplexy among the shareholders.