ENKEPHALINS
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Enkephalins.
Enkephalins - as a noun
An endorphin having opiate qualities that occurs in the brain and spinal cord and elsewhere
Example Sentences
"The release of enkephalins can help to alleviate pain."
"Opioid receptors in the brain bind to enkephalins."
"The levels of enkephalins can be influenced by certain medications."
"Excessive release of enkephalins can lead to analgesic tolerance."
"Endorphins and enkephalins are both types of opioid peptides."
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Yes, enkephalins is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ENKEPHALINS has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.
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Valid WordENKEPHALINS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
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Valid WordENKEPHALINS has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
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