penicillin

Example Sentences

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But it’s now the political equivalent of penicillin — no longer as effective as it used to be due to overuse.

From Los Angeles Times

Mr. Rogers took a brown bottle of penicillin and a large syringe out of his saddle bag.

From New York Times

First, a youngster is getting vaccinated against measles, mumps and rubella, and then before you know it, they are dosing themselves with annual flu vaccinations and, in some cases, penicillin.

From Washington Post

But many others died from a disease that can be cured with penicillin.

From Seattle Times

A police officer who was the first person in the world to be treated with penicillin is to be honoured with a blue plaque.

From BBC