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suppression

[suh-presh-uhn] / səˈprɛʃ ən /


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Many of them have been linked to endocrine disruption, neurological disorders, immune system suppression and even cancer.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

This type of labor suppression is a major reason wages have not kept pace with productivity gains for the past 45 years.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

Used for lactation suppression, nutrition, a cute hat or coleslaw.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

After confirming eligibility, participants underwent a dexamethasone suppression test.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

Later in his life, Newton presided over the Royal Society, a fellowship of scientists, and was Master of the Mint, where he devoted his energies to the suppression of counterfeit coinage.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan




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