動脈硬化
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Meanings
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inflexibility; rigidity; loss of flexibility
Figurative extension of the medical sense, applied to thinking, organizations, or systems that have become rigid and resistant to change.
The organization's rigidity has progressed, and new ideas don't get through.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉の動脈硬化が進むsomeone's arteriosclerosis progresses/worsens
My grandfather's arteriosclerosis has progressed, so he's getting dietary guidance from his doctor.
- 〈場所〉が動脈硬化を起こすfor an organization or system to become rigid and unable to change
After years under the same structure, the whole organization has become rigid.
- 動脈硬化を予防するto prevent arteriosclerosis
Moderate exercise helps prevent arteriosclerosis.
- 動脈硬化になるto develop arteriosclerosis
Continuing a high-salt diet makes you prone to developing arteriosclerosis.