as in altering
to remove the sex organs of
desex the baby chickens destined for market
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As each flaw and error in the early development of vaccines became clear, researchers and practitioners responded, fixing problems as they were identified.—
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Along with his emergency surgery, Edward also needed multiple dental extractions, neutering, and was suffering from anemia.—
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Staff at the 33-acre western Palm Beach County site are working on socializing, spaying and neutering the animals.—
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“Desexing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desexing. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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