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adverse

[ad-vurs, ad-vurs] / ædˈvɜrs, ˈæd vɜrs /


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CalMac warned of further disruption across the network due to adverse weather and urged anyone travelling to check their journey.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Subjects in studies of six individual peptides — growth hormone releasing peptide-2, ibutamoren mesylate, ipamorelin, CJC-1295, AOD-9604 and melanotan II — experienced adverse events, including death.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

RH said its revenue was impacted by tariffs and adverse winter weather in the fiscal fourth quarter, and projected a revenue decline for the current first quarter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Gear Isle has not received reports of adverse reactions from these products, according to the FDA announcement.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

"I need you to be careful with the flower of immortality when you find it. If you get contaminated by it—if its pollen or sap enters your system—there could be adverse side effects."

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda