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contraception

[kon-truh-sep-shuhn] / ˌkɒn trəˈsɛp ʃən /


NOUN
family planning
Synonyms


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Back in Kent, the decision to get the snip felt like the fairest and most effective form of contraception available to Alex and his wife.

From BBC Aug. 1, 2026

Myriad other reasons have been posited, such as increased use of contraception, more female education, and growing housing or childcare costs.

From Barron's Jun. 8, 2026

They can flag sleep apnea, predict illnesses—even act as contraception.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 7, 2026

Notably, a major role of Title X funding is providing family planning services, including contraception.

From Salon Apr. 28, 2026

First, the subject of contraception has been kept in the dark, even in medical colleges and in hospitals.

From Woman and the New Race by Margaret Sanger




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