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Recent Examples of side effect
Various things can cause low platelet counts, including side effects from medicines or infections, according to the U.S. National Institutes of Health.
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Landon Mion, Fox News, 23 Feb. 2025
Only 74 participants completed all stages of the study; 15 (nine in the BSE group and six in the placebo group) dropped out due to gastrointestinal side effects, including nausea and vomiting, reflux, and diarrhea.
—Paul McClure 23, New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2025
Just know that, like most antibiotics, azithromycin can mess with your GI tract, potentially triggering side effects like diarrhea or nausea.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 13 Feb. 2025
However, there have been reports of people experiencing mild side effects, such as nausea, bloating, indigestion, and gas.23
People with fish allergies may experience allergic reactions to marine collagen, so carefully reading the supplement label is crucial to avoid consuming potential allergens.
—Devineé Lingo, M.s., Health, 12 Feb. 2025
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Landon Mion, Fox News, 23 Feb. 2025
Only 74 participants completed all stages of the study; 15 (nine in the BSE group and six in the placebo group) dropped out due to gastrointestinal side effects, including nausea and vomiting, reflux, and diarrhea.
—Paul McClure 23, New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2025
Just know that, like most antibiotics, azithromycin can mess with your GI tract, potentially triggering side effects like diarrhea or nausea.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 13 Feb. 2025
However, there have been reports of people experiencing mild side effects, such as nausea, bloating, indigestion, and gas.23
People with fish allergies may experience allergic reactions to marine collagen, so carefully reading the supplement label is crucial to avoid consuming potential allergens.
—Devineé Lingo, M.s., Health, 12 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for side effect
Noun
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The long-term ramifications of the exchange with Trump remains unclear.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
1 Mar. 2025
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That government-wide directive caused confusion as to whether a response was required — and the possible ramifications of not answering.—
Kristin Brown,
CBS News,
1 Mar. 2025
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The aftereffects may be most distressing to those directly impacted by the Jan. 6 assault.—
Eric Cortellessa,
TIME,
22 Jan. 2025
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Although snow has subsided in parts of Texas and Louisiana, the aftereffects are likely to linger.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Instead of presenting the complexity of Israeli reality, the filmmakers chose to amplify narratives that distort Israel’s image vis-à-vis international audiences.—
Etan Vlessing,
The Hollywood Reporter,
3 Mar. 2025
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These proposals could have far-reaching implications for individuals and businesses navigating the complexities of the U.S. tax system.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Tax experts are well-versed in navigating the tax code’s convolutions and can offer personalized guidance.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
28 Jan. 2025
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The stakes are higher than ever, and most refreshingly of all, the convolution levels are very manageable right now.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
23 Jan. 2025
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This only adds to the complications for millennials and Gen Z, Bob Driscoll Senior Vice President and Director of Residential Lending at Rockland Trust, said.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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There’s no specific treatment for measles, so doctors generally try to alleviate symptoms, prevent complications and keep patients comfortable.—
Laura Ungar,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Side effect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/side%20effect. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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