It connects to one of the heart's four valves Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Friday, July 5, 2024 · 31-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, July 5, 2024.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · July 5, 2024 · 31-Across · 5 letters
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the large trunk artery that carries blood from the left ventricle of the heart to branch arteries
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