inhibit

Example Sentences

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"Depending on the amplitude and frequency of the vibration, we can either excite or inhibit neurons in the spinal cord," he said.

From Science Daily

Drug researchers have been seeking ways to inhibit RAS for decades because of its important role in many cancers.

From The Wall Street Journal

When mice were treated with a drug that inhibits mTORC1, researchers saw a clear reduction in brain inflammation, neuron loss, alpha-synuclein accumulation, and motor problems.

From Science Daily

Officials argued it was "fundamentally not in the public interest" to disclose private conversations between world leaders, warning doing so would inhibit frank exchanges in future.

From BBC

But he believes the tax system in the UK would have inhibited his growth and ability to take risks.

From BBC