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discontinue

[dis-kuhn-tin-yoo] / ˌdɪs kənˈtɪn yu /


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"In our future work, we will examine the comparative effectiveness of alternative treatment options for obesity in patients who discontinue semaglutide or tirzepatide, to help patients and their clinicians make informed decisions."

From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026

The company announced last month it would discontinue two of its electric vehicle models.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

"And even after they are admitted, hospitals make the patient wait for long hours to receive treatment and often, discontinue it mid-way by making excuses," she adds.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

However, recent data has suggested that "around half of people discontinue these medications within a year," she told a press conference.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

In fact, I had been wondering for some time if we should not discontinue these meetings, given how they prolong our already very busy days.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro