Examples of allergen in a Sentence
common allergens, such as pollen
Recent Examples on the Web
Scientists have long known that allergens can activate mast cells.
—
ABC News,
27 June 2026
The new device is made up of 16 small gas-detecting sensors that identify slight variations in gas molecules including those of common food allergens like walnuts and peanuts that could be life-threatening for those with allergies.
—
Shirl Leigh
june 26,
New Atlas,
26 June 2026
Then, grab the Levoit Air Purifier, which is at its cheapest price of the year, to remove allergens, dust, and odor from your home.
—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
Wash your bedsheets weekly to reduce bacteria, allergens, and dead skin buildup.
—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for allergen
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
ABC News,
27 June 2026
The new device is made up of 16 small gas-detecting sensors that identify slight variations in gas molecules including those of common food allergens like walnuts and peanuts that could be life-threatening for those with allergies.
—
Shirl Leigh
june 26,
New Atlas,
26 June 2026
Then, grab the Levoit Air Purifier, which is at its cheapest price of the year, to remove allergens, dust, and odor from your home.
—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
Wash your bedsheets weekly to reduce bacteria, allergens, and dead skin buildup.
—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for allergen
Cite this Entry
“Allergen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/allergen. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationKids Definition
Medical Definition
allergen
noun
al·ler·gen
ˈal-ər-jən 
: a substance that induces allergy
inhaled allergens
a suspected food allergen
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
