secreted

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It mimics a hormone secreted alongside insulin that signals fullness and slows gastric emptying.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

Proteins secreted through this system can protect antibodies from breaking down, which strengthens immune defenses and may improve the effectiveness of oral vaccines.

From Science Daily • Mar. 13, 2026

The small battery secreted inside IXI's autofocus frames should last for two days, says Mr Eiden, adding that it's possible to recharge the specs overnight while the wearer is asleep.

From BBC • Jul. 10, 2025

They pulled out the skull that authorities said they had secreted inside a jacket in their carry-on luggage.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2025

He’d found it in one of the storage rooms in the back and secreted it out to his bags under the folds of his grey sweater.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline