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tumor

[too-mer, tyoo-] / ˈtu mər, ˈtyu- /
NOUN
abnormal growth in animate being
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New studies suggest that drugs such as Ozempic and Zepbound might slow tumor progression and improve survival rates, though more research is needed to confirm the findings.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

A suite of new studies suggest drugs such as Ozempic and Zepbound might slow tumor progression and improve survival, but more research is needed to confirm the findings.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

"Cancer therapies often depend on overwhelming tumor cells with DNA damage," Sears said.

From Science Daily • May 17, 2026

When DNA becomes damaged, whether from rapid tumor growth or from cancer treatments, a modified version of MYC moves directly to the damaged area and helps gather the proteins needed for repair.

From Science Daily • May 17, 2026

He's recovering after having another tumor cut out of him.

From "Sunny" by Jason Reynolds




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