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fetus

[fee-tuhs] / ˈfi təs /


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Concentrations in drinking water systems higher than 0.8 milligrams per liter can be harmful, especially to infants, young children and fetuses, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.

From Salon

The woman cried and begged guards for days after to help her get pills to expel the fetuses — help that did not come before Pineda left the facility.

From Los Angeles Times

In the interim, it lurks underground in stasis, almost like a fetus in the womb.

From Salon

Cells from older biological siblings—or even the mother’s relatives—can end up inside the fetus.

From The Wall Street Journal

Anti-inflammatory medicines like aspirin can endanger the fetus.

From The Wall Street Journal