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a substance that is used to kill harmful bacteria and to cure infections
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Recent Examples of antibiotics
Olena prescribed a course of antibiotics and checked on the baby several times a day.
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James Verini, The Atlantic, 12 May 2026
The European Union reached a provisional deal to strengthen the supply of essential medicines — such as antibiotics, insulin, vaccines, and painkillers — and avoid shortages by boosting domestic production and reducing reliance on imports.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 12 May 2026
She was placed on antibiotics and referred for potential surgical drainage of the mass, but was found dead at the rescue the following day, the state’s investigation notes.
—Amber Gaudet, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026
Doctors were said to have begun treating a general infection with antibiotics after Tyler’s condition worsened.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 11 May 2026
The disease is treated with antibiotics.
—Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
Most side effects from daraxonrasib were treated with antibiotics, topical creams and anti-diarrheal medication.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 6 May 2026
Steroids and antibiotics couldn't keep the illness at bay.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 2 May 2026
Luckily, syphilis is easily treated with antibiotics such as a long-acting penicillin injection into a muscle.
—Casey Pinto, The Conversation, 1 May 2026
James Verini, The Atlantic, 12 May 2026
The European Union reached a provisional deal to strengthen the supply of essential medicines — such as antibiotics, insulin, vaccines, and painkillers — and avoid shortages by boosting domestic production and reducing reliance on imports.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 12 May 2026
She was placed on antibiotics and referred for potential surgical drainage of the mass, but was found dead at the rescue the following day, the state’s investigation notes.
—Amber Gaudet, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026
Doctors were said to have begun treating a general infection with antibiotics after Tyler’s condition worsened.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 11 May 2026
The disease is treated with antibiotics.
—Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
Most side effects from daraxonrasib were treated with antibiotics, topical creams and anti-diarrheal medication.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 6 May 2026
Steroids and antibiotics couldn't keep the illness at bay.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 2 May 2026
Luckily, syphilis is easily treated with antibiotics such as a long-acting penicillin injection into a muscle.
—Casey Pinto, The Conversation, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for antibiotics
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So there were police and military checkpoints all over the place looking for guns and/or drugs.—
Corky Carroll,
Oc Register,
9 May 2026
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Her birth mother arrived at the hospital on drugs and without any plan for the baby.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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The bill focuses on large health care companies that own pharmacies as well as insurers or pharmacy benefit managers, known as PBMs, which influence the prescription drugs Americans can get through insurance plans and how much those medications will cost.—
Ken Alltucker,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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Some experts believe that some people will need to take these medications for life to retain their results.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
13 May 2026
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The hospital performed worse than average on urinary tract infections, patients falls and injuries, falls causing broken hips and communications about medicines.—
Eva Flowe
May 13,
Charlotte Observer,
13 May 2026
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That would essentially allow the Medicare program to piggyback on other countries that negotiate the prices of some of the most expensive medicines.—
Elisabeth Rosenthal,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2026
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For beneficiaries accustomed to paying a $5 or $10 copay for their pharmaceuticals, a $50 copay could still be a big financial barrier.—
Jackie Fortiér,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2026
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Plastic waste powers chemistry Anilines are widely used in the production of pharmaceuticals, dyes, agrochemicals, and advanced materials.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 May 2026
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Instead, the decision should be seen as part of our larger national debate over whether, outside the most egregious cases, there is a role for race-conscious remedies in our continuing effort to build a more just society.—
Stephen L. Carter,
Twin Cities,
8 May 2026
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Pros can use chemical treatments alongside natural remedies to solve your spider problem quickly and permanently.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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The question now is how long Trump will hold Miller and his policy prescriptions at a distance.—
Michael Scherer,
The Atlantic,
11 May 2026
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On Monday, the Supreme Court stayed that decision, allowing prescriptions to resume until the court issues an emergency ruling next week.—
Sonja Sharp,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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This scatterplot of stars illuminated the process of stellar evolution and jump-started the field of stellar physics more than a century ago.—
K. R. Callaway,
Scientific American,
11 May 2026
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The cargo haul includes about 620 pounds (280 kilograms) of scientific experiments in fluid physics and other fields, 1,540 pounds (700 kg) of propellant and the last of three new spacewalking spacesuits.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
11 May 2026
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Most popular hair serums at Sephora for $50+ This vegan, cruelty-free serum features a blend of natural ingredients to help boost hair density and prevent shedding.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The best serums for split ends Jennifer Korab, celebrity stylist and owner of Renaissance Salon & Spa in Hillsborough, New Jersey, suggests regularly applying a leave-in deep-conditioning treatment or hair serum to the ends of your hair.—
Danielle Sinay,
Glamour,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Antibiotics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/antibiotics. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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