saliva
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There was an unusual moment during Sunday night's Oscars ceremony, when two films tied for best short live action film - The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva.
From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026
Saliva samples were collected before and after the intervention and analyzed using PCR, and participants were instructed to rinse twice daily.
From Science Daily • May 21, 2024
Saliva can stave off damage by buffering or neutralizing acid in the mouth, Fine said.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 19, 2024
Saliva also needs time to neutralize the acids in the mouth that can break down the enamel.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 27, 2023
"Saliva is like blood without the red," he says.
From "Freak The Mighty" by Rodman Philbrick
Vocabulary lists containing saliva
Human Anatomy and Physiology - Introductory
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Human Anatomy and Physiology - High School
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Nutrition and Digestion - Introductory
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