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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

"Differences between the two sides must be handled through peaceful and equal means, rather than by using suppression and intimidation," spokesman Lee Kuen-cheng said.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

This breakthrough could eventually support the development of new treatments that take advantage of the nutrient's roles in memory, learning, and cancer suppression.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 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

The team’s task was to open a valve that would allow steam to escape from the suppression pool through a pipe to the outside.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland




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