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adverse

[ad-vurs, ad-vurs] / ædˈvɜrs, ˈæd vɜrs /


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As I type, two studies and a clinical trial are ongoing to affirm how Shingrix may impact dementia, cardiovascular disorders, and major adverse cardiac events.

From Slate ● Nov. 1, 2026

No severe adverse events were reported during the trial.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 30, 2026

“Moving sooner in smaller steps while inflation expectations are anchored has a better chance of succeeding without adverse impact on the labor market or economic growth,” he added.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 30, 2026

Hong lowers the price-to-earnings multiple applied to the stock, citing the adverse impact of higher interest rates and a stronger won on auto demand and export profitability.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026

From that day on the sense of responsibility, the natural grace, the calm control that Remedios would have in the face of adverse circumstances was revealed.

From "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez


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