Thesaurus results for BOLUS

bolus

noun

Definition of bolus

as in dose

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Recent Examples of bolus Within that bolus of bureaucratic bloviation are approximately 280 tax expenditures — also known as loopholes — that can be used by eligible taxpayers to legally reduce their tax burden. — Tor Constantino, Mba, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025 The wearable, fully disposable device provided adjustable basal and bolus insulin for up to three days for people with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. — Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 5 Dec. 2024 Could infusing an extra bolus of these cells do more harm than good? — Byjennifer Couzin-Frankel, science.org, 14 Nov. 2024 With Caravan Tech’s innovative tracking system utilizing bolus and ear tag technology, livestock movements can be monitored in real-time, enabling rapid response to disease outbreaks. — Patrick Skerrett, STAT, 18 May 2024 See All Example Sentences for bolus

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Noun

Achieving a great latte requires precise adjustments to grind size, dose, water, extraction time, and shot volume.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2026
Across all vaccines, the incidence of a life-threatening allergic reaction is about one dose in one million.

— Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of dose

Noun

While the peptide’s risks and side effects are few, and its effects on mouse metabolism compelling, no one knows how long-term use affects humans yet, or what formula or dosage would be most effective.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026
On TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, users document alleged reta journeys, discuss dosages and direct followers toward suppliers.

— Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 Aug. 2026