Low-grade but persistent inflammation is also thought to contribute to the progression of fibrosis in cardiovascular disease and hypertension. Indeed, in many fibrotic disorders, a persistent inflammatory trigger is crucial to the activation of the wound-healing program that leads to fibrosis.
Knickknacks are small objects which people keep as ornaments or toys, rather than for a particular use. Knickknacks filled three display cases and covered all the table tops. COBUILD Advanced English Dictionary.
Glader Slang are new words the Gladers had created during their time in The Glade. 1  Klunk - means poop or crap.. 2  Shank - means friend or fellow..  Shuck - an expletive used to bring attention to one's annoyance or frustration.