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maternal

[muh-tur-nl] / məˈtɜr nl /
ADJECTIVE
motherly
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Maternal regret isn't always reversible "in a neat or total sense," says Mathur.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

"Maternal Thyroid Hormone Imbalance and Risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder," was published online, ahead of print.

From Science Daily • Nov. 29, 2025

"Maternal death rates are high, partly due to the fact that simple things like contraception are no longer available," he said, noting some potential mothers are "looking for and doing unsafe abortions."

From Barron's • Oct. 22, 2025

Maternal health organizations and advocates are urging the California surgeon general to suspend the rollout of a plan aimed at reducing maternal mortality.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2025

“A son! How sweet. Maternal love is such a delicious trait. So you don't want riches, or romance, but simply...your son?”

From "Son" by Lois Lowry




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