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germ

[jurm] / dʒɜrm /




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Weeks later, doctors discovered he had staph infection - which is caused by staphylococcus, a germ that lives in the nose of one in three people and can enter the body through a cut.

From BBC Mar. 28, 2026

"Between 10-24 per cent of the population unknowingly carry this germ at the back of their throats usually without any harm," said Lee.

From Barron's Mar. 19, 2026

To test their effects, scientists introduced these bacteria into germ free mice that lacked normal serotonin levels.

From Science Daily Mar. 13, 2026

Clarke floated the idea of sending an “ark” containing human germ cells into deep space, aimed at a planet orbiting a distant star many light years away.

From Slate Dec. 9, 2025

Oh, man, that sounded way better than wheat germ.

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan

"There's a lot more getting your hands dirty and not worrying too much about germs," she said.

From BBC Sep. 5, 2026

And that’s how it should be anyway, because that’s where the unhealthy germs are.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

During the height of the Covid-19 era, cruises seemed dead in the water: Nations were closing their doors and ships have long been seen as potential petri dishes given how quickly germs can spread onboard.

From Barron's May 6, 2026

There are several ways germs can enter your body in a public restroom:

From Science Daily Apr. 13, 2026

"Guaranteed to zap germs before they can get a foothold."

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville




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