Trojan horse

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Müller compares the concept to a "Trojan horse": the incretin component opens the door, and the additional drug acts only after entering the cell.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

VCRs were a Trojan horse in the American home that kicked off a rebellion against the centralized entertainment of the big three networks and movie-theater chains.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026

The fictional Norfolk-based host can be used as a comedic "Trojan horse", he says, to talk about taboo subjects and to "mock different kinds of received wisdom."

From BBC • Sep. 30, 2025

The plane is not just a hefty bribe, but also—at least potentially—a flying Trojan horse.

From Slate • May 12, 2025

Once the virus enters the cell, it becomes a Trojan horse.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston