suppressive

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In addition to previously known short-term immune system adjustments, the researchers found that the mother's body keeps a longer-term supply of immune suppressive T cells that specifically recognize the next fetus by the same couple.

From Science Daily • Sep. 21, 2023

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 two women who have taken the stand in the trial so far said they avoided going to law enforcement out of fear of being labeled suppressive.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2022

Suppression Versus Elimination My claim that the conventional treatment of acute diseases is suppressive and not curative will probably be denied by my medical colleagues.

From Nature Cure by Lindlahr, Henry