saliva
Example Sentences
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"If I didn't have a bottle of water in my hand, I couldn't swallow and I would choke on my own saliva," he explained.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Hantavirus typically spreads through the urine, faeces and saliva of infected rodents, generally in closed environments.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
With other hantaviruses, infections occur when a person is exposed to or inhales the dried droppings, urine or saliva of infected rodents.
From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026
In the U.S., hantavirus cases occur year-round and are transmitted via the urine, feces and saliva of wild rodents.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
Dr. Inyang’s hand rested on her chin, too stunned to wipe the saliva off.
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Vocabulary lists containing saliva
Human Anatomy and Physiology - Introductory
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Human Anatomy and Physiology - High School
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Nutrition and Digestion - Introductory
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