the heart

noun

: the central or most important part of something

deep in the heart of the forest

Their offices are in the heart of the city.

Let's get right to the heart of the matter.

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When to seek medical attention Patients who notice persistent chest pain and palpitations after a viral illness should consider ruling out myocarditis, which is inflammation of the heart muscle, according to Contreras. —

Amy McGorry, Fox News, 1 Feb. 2025 See it In the heart of Rome, a dazzling blue material dating back 2,000 years was uncovered, captivating archaeologists with its rarity and beauty. —

Stories By Real-Time News Team, With Ai Summarization, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2025 Elevated heart rates strengthen the heart muscle to work harder, pumping blood more efficiently and improving circulation. —

Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, CNN, 31 Jan. 2025 The answer is a tricky matter of the wallet and the heart. —

Malaka Gharib, NPR, 31 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for the heart