1 This can happen when the arteries to the heart become thicker and harder from a buildup of plaque. 2  High blood pressure causes scarred arteries that fill up with plaque and become more prone to blood clots.
To commandeer is to take possession or control of something, or to take control of something for a military or law-enforcement purpose, or to make someone help you.
Full Definition of CURATOR. : one who has the care and superintendence of something; especially: one in charge of a museum, zoo, or other place of exhibit.