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a substance that is used to kill harmful bacteria and to cure infections
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Recent Examples of antibiotic
Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 27 Mar. 2025
But, after treatments with over half a dozen antibiotics for mostly two- to four-week spans over the two years, the discomfort in the left side of his chest would always return.
—Ars Technica, 19 Mar. 2025
Kenny Torrella, Vox, 1 Mar. 2025
Now researchers are adding another ill effect to the persistent particles — boosting antibiotic resistance, according to a study recently published in the journal Applied and Environmental Microbiology.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 11 Mar. 2025
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Noun
As is typical with antibiotics, gastrointestinal side effects were the most common.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 27 Mar. 2025
But, after treatments with over half a dozen antibiotics for mostly two- to four-week spans over the two years, the discomfort in the left side of his chest would always return.
—Ars Technica, 19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
The drugs soon became mass-produced and affordable, and more antibiotic discoveries followed.
—Kenny Torrella, Vox, 1 Mar. 2025
Now researchers are adding another ill effect to the persistent particles — boosting antibiotic resistance, according to a study recently published in the journal Applied and Environmental Microbiology.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for antibiotic
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Methotrexate: Methotrexate is a drug used to treat cancer and some autoimmune conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
3 Apr. 2025
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Little Feat, the archetypal ’70s band originally formed by Lowell George — a guitar virtuoso fired from the Mothers of Invention by Frank Zappa — has survived years of breakups, drug problems and even George’s untimely death in 1979.—
Dave Brooks,
Billboard,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Lysozyme, an enzyme in egg whites, has antibacterial properties that are thought to help reduce acne.—
Kathleen Ferraro,
Verywell Health,
7 Apr. 2025
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Its antibacterial properties from chlorophyll-A, apigenin, agrophyere, and flavonoids all aid wound healing and encourage tissue growth.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
3 Apr. 2025
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One reason is that the group's clinics are absorbing some of the patients who have lost their doctor to concierge medicine.—
Karen Brown,
NPR,
28 Mar. 2025
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Today, more of us than ever are turning to the internet and technologies like remote medicine for healthcare services and advice.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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As Magazine Dreams progresses, Maddox descends further into his antisocial tendencies and grows more destructive.—
Hannah Giorgis,
The Atlantic,
4 Apr. 2025
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Prior to his return to play, he will be required to formulate and fulfill a program with the league that directly addresses the circumstances that led him to repeat this destructive behavior.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Orange could be due to certain medications, or an issue with the liver or bile duct.—
Hannah Yasharoff,
USA Today,
5 Apr. 2025
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His office initially attributed the pause to an adverse reaction to new medication.—
Katy Golvala,
Hartford Courant,
5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Linda Anderson keys in a code and steps out of a room at Mercy Anderson Hospital as an ultraviolet germicidal robot kicks on, lights up and kills sneaky germs that might’ve been skipped over with other disinfecting routines.—
Terry DeMio,
The Enquirer,
28 Aug. 2020
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Some products sold now that claim to be germicidal are actually the wrong wavelength, says Andrea Armani, a chemical engineering and materials scientist at the University of Southern California.—
Jeanne Erdmann,
Discover Magazine,
3 Aug. 2020
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With that, consider these the best brightening serums worth your time.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
10 Apr. 2025
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This retinol serum is widely recognized for its role in improving skin texture and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.—
Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Trump has attempted to crack down on pro-Palestinian campus protests against U.S. ally Israel's devastating military assault on Gaza, which has caused a humanitarian crisis in the enclave and followed a deadly October 2023 attack by Islamist group Hamas.—
Steve Holland and Kanishka Singh,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Buccaneers' defense, armed with Gruden's insights and featuring future Hall of Famers Warren Sapp, Derrick Brooks, and John Lynch, overwhelmed Oakland's offense in a devastating 48-21 defeat.—
Omaid Homayun,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Antibiotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/antibiotic. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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