sedative

Example Sentences

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They administered a sedative before carefully detaching him and applying a tight bandage to the wound.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2025

Ms Hemme was interrogated by police several times under the influence of antipsychotic medication and a powerful sedative after being involuntarily committed to a psychiatric hospital.

From BBC • Jul. 20, 2024

Prison officials have said they get the sedative pentobarbital from a compounding pharmacy whose identity is shielded by state law.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 11, 2024

The drug is sometimes used by doctors as an anaesthetic, sedative and pain reliever.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2024

But if they had been alerted to the plan, their anxiety could have counteracted the sedative.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer