THALIDOMIDE
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Thalidomide.
Thalidomide - as a noun
A sedative and hypnotic drug; withdrawn from sale after discovered to cause severe birth defects because it inhibits angiogenesis
Example Sentences
"The use of thalidomide resulted in severe birth defects in thousands of children."
"The manufacturing and sale of thalidomide was banned in many countries in the 1960s."
"Studies have shown that thalidomide can also have anti-inflammatory properties."
"There have been legal battles and compensation programs for thalidomide victims."
"The discovery of thalidomide's teratogenic effects led to significant changes in drug testing and approval processes."
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Is THALIDOMIDE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, thalidomide is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
THALIDOMIDE has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is THALIDOMIDE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, thalidomide is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTHALIDOMIDE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is THALIDOMIDE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, thalidomide is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTHALIDOMIDE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
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