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serum

[seer-uhm] / ˈsɪər əm /


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Of the successful claims, two of the men were cleared by DNA evidence, while blood serum evidence was used to prove innocence in the third.

From Salon Aug. 10, 2026

Also, according to Weiss, testosterone injections can cause “aggressive behavior and mood swings, especially during peak serum levels.”

From Slate Jul. 16, 2026

Patients with severe aortic stenosis had higher serum levels of serotonin and its primary breakdown product.

From Science Daily Jul. 12, 2026

In December, European-based Cosmo Pharmaceuticals reported results from a late-stage study of a serum that blocks the hormone driving hair loss directly at the scalp, without entering the bloodstream.

From The Wall Street Journal May 1, 2026

Matthew and Caleb stay behind to fit Caleb for the clean suit—the suit that will keep him alive in the Weapons Lab long enough to set off the memory serum virus.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth

The "Manana sera bonito" singer is the first Latina artist to headline the festival, which draws massive crowds over two consecutive weekends in Indio, California.

From Barron's Apr. 12, 2026

“It’s kind of my take on ‘it is what it is,’ ‘lo que sera sera’ kind of thing,” Apollo told ABC News of the album’s title.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 6, 2024

"Que sera sera, whatever will be will be, we're going to Wembley," was how the Rovers fans serenaded their players at the end, with the team taking the acclaim.

From BBC Feb. 28, 2023

For zuppa della sera at home, Smith says: Sauté some minced garlic for about a minute in 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.

From Seattle Times Oct. 1, 2022

“Oh, qu’elle y sera mal—peu comfortable! And her clothes, they will wear out: how can she get new ones?”

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë

Soon I was using prescription shampoo, two topical serums, monthly steroid scalp injections, and a pricey red-light therapy cap that made me look like an alien.

From Slate May 23, 2026

For some consumers, creams and serums aren’t enough.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 27, 2026

Afghanistan already produces a variety of serums including antibiotics, according to manufacturer Milli Shifa Pharmaceutical.

From Barron's Feb. 16, 2026

Dr Bhate also looked at the ingredients lists for two serums with similar branding, one from a luxury skincare brand and one from a supermarket.

From BBC Dec. 13, 2025

“I’ve worked on serums too, as an Erudite.”

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth




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