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n. substance that inhibits the growth of or destroys harmful bacteria and other microogramisms
_________________, like penicillin and streptomycin, hasten recovery from infectious diseases. |
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n. immunizing substance formed in the body to counteract an ivading antigen (foreign body)
When threatened with tetanus (lockjaw), our bodies produce an _____________ to kill the invading tetanus germs. |
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n. sudden drop in importance or dignity, either in writing or speaking, creating a humorous effect
She uses ______________. For example, she said that for her birthday she wants jeweled earrings, a fur jacket, and a new flyswatter. |
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n. substance that delays or prevents ________________ (clotting of the blood)
_____________________ have saved the lives of many patients who have clot-related diseases. |
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adj. counteracting or preventing corrosion (gradial wearing away, especially of metals)
The outdoor railing was given two coats of a good __________________ paint to inhibit rust. |
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n. remedy that counteracts a poison.
A substance labeled as poison must carry a description of its ___________________. |
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adj. opposed to the principles of a ruling class or inner circle.
Millions of citizens opposed the government's policies, and their _________________________ views eventually won out. |
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n. drug that helps prevent histamine from causing allergic reactions or cold symptoms
Cold-sufferers who feel drowsy after taking an ______________________ should avoid driving. |
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adj. effective in reducing high blood pressure
With the help of ______________________ pills, plus weight reduction and restriction of salt use , Sam's blood pressure was brought under control. |
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n.small cover for arms or backs of sofas or chairs, either as a decoration or a protection from soiling (originally, against hair oil imported from Macassar)
Which would you prefer for protecting your furniture--slipcovers or ______________________? |
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n. chemical compound that slows down oxidation (changes produces by oxygen) and checks deterioration
The addition of ____________________ prevents soaps, oils, gasoline, rubber, and food products from spoiling. |
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n. strong feeling against someone or something; dislike; aversion
A student with an ______________ to books and teachers is likely to become a dropout. |
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adj. designed for use against an enemy nation's military personnel or civilians, rather than its equipment.
The nation that suffered extremely high casualties protested that its foe had used ______________________ bombs |
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n. pl (literally, with feet opposite) parts of the earth, or its inhabitants, directly opposite one another on the globe.
A pair of small Indian Ocean Islands, New Amsterdam and St. Paul, are the _________________ of Washington D.C. |
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n. substance that reduces fever
Her temperature is now normal; the ____________________ has brought down her fever. |
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adj. preventing or relieving scurvy
Sailors on long sea voyages used to suffer from scurvy in the days before the ___________________ properties of limes and other citrus fruits became known. |
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n. substance that kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
Alcohol, boric acid, and hydrogen peroxide are common _______________. |
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n. exact opposite; contrast
I have found you disloyal and untrustworthy. You are the _______________ of what a true friend should be. |
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adj. opposing, or intended to oppose, trusts (combinations of firms for the illegal purpose of destroying competition and controlling prices)
Three corporations have been charged with conspiring to fix prices in violation of the _____________ laws. |
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adj. acting to make viruses ineffective
Until we find an effect ____________ drug, viruses will continue to plague us. |
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