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antibiotic

[an-ti-bahy-ot-ik, -bee-, an-tee-, -tahy-] / ˌæn tɪ baɪˈɒt ɪk, -bi-, ˌæn ti-, -taɪ- /


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"Dietary strategies won't generate antibiotic resistance in the same way a drug might," Hsiao said.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

A musical exploring the global threat of antibiotic resistance has made its London premiere, featuring a chorus of 60 NHS healthcare workers.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

"So I hope people are reassured that we are managing it, antibiotic provision is there, we're standing up vaccination and general risk is low even if the disease itself is very serious."

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

The discovery led to the first widely used antibiotic and transformed modern medicine.

From Science Daily • Mar. 14, 2026

Roy removed a box of gauze, a roll of white adhesive tape, and a tube of antibiotic ointment that looked like barbecue sauce.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen




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