adverse
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Adverse events leading to permanent discontinuation occurred in 6.9% of participants on semaglutide and 5.9% of those on placebo.
From Science Daily • Nov. 6, 2025
The firm cited a non-public disclosure letter outlining situations in which Kenvue’s ongoing Tylenol litigation may constitute a Material Adverse Effect, or an event where the merger can be canceled.
From Barron's • Nov. 3, 2025
Christopher Anyakwo, who is Bass’ executive officer for emergency operations, and more than a dozen other Bass aides are on the EMD Adverse Weather email list.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2025
The review was triggered when the diagnoses of three women were investigated as a Serious Adverse Incident.
From BBC • Dec. 11, 2024
Adverse implies hostility or opposition, and usually characterizes a thing or an action.
From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner
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