side effect

Example Sentences

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The high doses raise risks of a side effect that can cause brain bleeds and swelling.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

But even people who don’t mean to hurt capybaras can still do harm to them, an unfortunate side effect of them living in such proximity to humans.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

About 44% of users in the study mentioned at least one side effect, most commonly gastrointestinal problems.

From Science Daily • May 24, 2026

One side effect: My calves were sore for days.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

I open my mouth just like they did, hoping they’ll think my trembling is a side effect of just coming out of stasis.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera