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planned parenthood

NOUN
birth control
Synonyms
STRONGEST
abstinence condom contraceptive diaphragm family planning pill vasectomy
WEAK
IUD birth prevention conception prevention contraception method of preventing pregnancy rhythm method rubber tied tubes
NOUN
contraceptive
Synonyms
STRONGEST
condom diaphragm hormone pill
STRONG
IUD armor coil foam jelly loop preventative prophylactic ring rubber safety shield sponge
WEAK
barrier method intrauterine device preventive medicine rhythm method spermicidal cream vaginal suppository
NOUN
family planning
Synonyms
WEAK
birth prevention contraception

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SACRAMENTO—Inside an exam room at this bustling Planned Parenthood center, a clinician prepared six syringes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

More than 50 Planned Parenthood clinics nationwide closed in the last year; some are consolidating to make ends meet or adding new procedures such as vasectomies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

Co-director Christalyn Hampton says the burdens on these independent clinics have drastically increased as about 50 Planned Parenthood sites closed last year.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026

Planned Parenthood offers a range of services, including abortions, birth control and cancer screenings.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2026

“I made the appointment at Planned Parenthood before I even told your brother.”

From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.