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Recent Examples of microbicide
The research involved whether a vaginal microbicide was useful against AIDS, which was rampant in South Africa.
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Neil Genzlinger, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2020
Another ingredient, the microbicide nonoxynol-9, has also been found to disrupt the balance of vaginal flora.
—Sofia Barrett-Ibarria, Allure, 21 Sep. 2018
Today, other types of microbicides are being developed such as a vaginal ring that emits a very different anti-HIV drug.
—Washington Post, 1 June 2017
Neil Genzlinger, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2020
Another ingredient, the microbicide nonoxynol-9, has also been found to disrupt the balance of vaginal flora.
—Sofia Barrett-Ibarria, Allure, 21 Sep. 2018
Today, other types of microbicides are being developed such as a vaginal ring that emits a very different anti-HIV drug.
—Washington Post, 1 June 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for microbicide
Noun
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Tips: Because conventional lemons are often sprayed with pesticides, this recipe calls for organic lemons.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 June 2025
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In my home state of California, a giant scandal erupted in June 2024 when the Los Angeles Times and Weed Week reported that many cannabis brands were contaminated with pesticides and heavy metals despite lab testing being a big part of the regulatory framework for legalization.—
Andrew DeAngelo,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Noun
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Switch your control to one of the systemic insecticides found at garden centers.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2025
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An Expert Explains Insecticide Baking soda can be used in limited ways as an insecticide in the garden.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Apply an herbicide labeled for controlling Canada thistle in spring, early summer, or fall.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 June 2025
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Chemical Control Options Broadleaf herbicides are the most reliable control method for ground ivy.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Neem oil is a natural fungicide that helps to control common apple diseases like apple scab, rust and powdery mildew.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
12 Apr. 2025
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In most cases, spray with a garden-safe fungicide instead.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
16 May 2025
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“Microbicide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/microbicide. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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