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Recent Examples of pathogenetic
After all, the French built the BSL-4 laboratory for advanced pathogenetic research on viruses at the Wuhan Institute of Virology.
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David Asher, National Review, 11 June 2021
David Asher, National Review, 11 June 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pathogenetic
Adjective
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Instead of manufacturing a complete pathogen or pathogenic protein in a lab, your body’s own cells handle that step internally.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
27 Mar. 2026
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Threats to the environment and wildlife are still ever-present — a new highly pathogenic avian influenza has just hit the state, McGuire said, making birds and now elephant seals in Northern California sick.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Spinosad, although organically certified, can be toxic to bees, and pyrethrins—derived from plants—can affect a wide range of insects.—
Anthony Reardon,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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For the outdoors, look to non-toxic and chemical-free (or chemical-lite) sprays.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Nacua became known for his infectious enthusiasm and ability to catch almost anything Rams MVP quarterback Matthew Stafford threw his way.—
Los Angeles Times staff,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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Measles, among the most infectious of pathogens, requires that 95% of the population be vaccinated in order to prevent its spread.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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When Floyd is found dead at a community pool, surrounded by a poisonous cocktail and a vintage Playgirl magazine, two detectives (Richard Jenkins and Joy Sunday) begin unraveling the bizarre chain of events that led to his death.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
2 Apr. 2026
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Although only a few of the 70-80 species of poisonous mushrooms are actually fatal when ingested, many of these deadly fungi bear an unfortunate resemblance to edible species and are thus especially dangerous.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Pathogenetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pathogenetic. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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