Examples of allergen in a Sentence
common allergens, such as pollen
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Always consult with a healthcare professional before introducing allergens to your baby.
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Lauren Capacete, Ms, Rd, Parents, 20 May 2024
Pollen is a common airborne allergen known to cause uncomfortable symptoms in many people, says the CDC.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 20 May 2024
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Lauren Capacete, Ms, Rd, Parents, 20 May 2024
Pollen is a common airborne allergen known to cause uncomfortable symptoms in many people, says the CDC.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 20 May 2024
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“Allergen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/allergen. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.
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allergen
noun
al·ler·gen
ˈal-ər-jən 
: a substance that induces allergy
inhaled allergens
a suspected food allergen
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