laxative

Example Sentences

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In “The Joke,” for example, a woman tries to kill herself by ingesting painkillers, only to find they were laxatives.

From New York Times

But she has also cultivated a playful, oversharing persona, posting videos about taking adult laxatives, shaving her face before a live television performance and sex with her husband.

From New York Times

In fact, we do not recommend it since the senna it contains is a harsh laxative unsuitable for regular use.

From Seattle Times

It sells over-the-counter antiseptics and laxatives, according to court documents.

From Reuters

Teens are also at risk for disordered eating behaviors such as intentional vomiting, caloric restriction, binge eating, overexercise, the use of weight loss supplements and misuse of laxatives.

From Salon