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 from a group of participants and pooled together.
From Science Daily • Nov. 29, 2023
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 helps strengthen your teeth by depositing minerals that bacteria may have eaten away overnight.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 7, 2022
Saliva makes a discreet trail down the side of his mouth, and he reaches with clumsy hands for his napkin.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
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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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