suppressive

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Moreover, Ctdnep1 knockdown also led to increased absorption of calcium phosphate, suggestive of the suppressive role of Ctdnep1 in bone resorption.

From Science Daily • May 30, 2024

That is why I believe protecting libraries from suppressive movements is a societal necessity.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 24, 2023

They have been through their own suppressive or traumatic environments and fell in love.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2023

The church also says it never declared any of the women suppressive.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 30, 2022

In such cases the suppressive treatment, by drugs or knife, is again applied instead of eliminative and curative measures.

From Nature Cure by Lindlahr, Henry