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prophylactic

[proh-fuh-lak-tik, prof-uh-] / ˌproʊ fəˈlæk tɪk, ˌprɒf ə- /
ADJECTIVE
protective
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While experts try to lock in a diagnosis, the center reported she’s receiving several prophylactic treatments and they are “cautiously hopeful.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 28, 2026

Pet owners across the country have been advised they should treat their cats and dogs as a preventative measure every month, known as prophylactic use - although many veterinary organisations have now updated their advice.

From BBC Jun. 10, 2026

Doctors specializing in breast reconstruction say they are seeing ever-younger women opting to remove their breasts as a prophylactic measure.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 7, 2026

It also announced plans to buy Cidara Therapeutics, which is working on antiviral treatments, including a flu prophylactic in Phase 3, for $9.2 billion.

From MarketWatch Feb. 3, 2026

Both physical and mental conditions are better in the cities, of course, but there is still room for a moral prophylactic.

From Prowling about Panama by George A. Miller




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