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as in ticks (off)
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as in wards (off)
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Some experts argue that paying more for surgeries and procedures versus primary care incentivizes performing more of those services — and also deters medical students from going into primary care in the first place.—
Caitlin Owens,
Axios,
14 Mar. 2025 -
Research has found that nasturtiums emit a peppery fragrance that naturally deters cucumber beetles.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Checks (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/checks%20%28off%29. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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