anaesthetic
Britishnoun
adjective
Example Sentences
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Carried out under general anaesthetic, the procedure involves opening the skull and removing a small section of bone to relieve pressure on the nerve which is causing the pain.
From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026
Risks for those with higher BMIs are related to anaesthetic effectiveness as well as wound healing, blood clots and infections.
From BBC • Dec. 5, 2025
The idea that the mind behind the anaesthetic veil is not entirely silent has long intrigued scientists.
From BBC • Nov. 24, 2025
Once reserved for a hospital theatre and requiring a general anaesthetic, he now carries the face and neck lift without sedation in his clinic.
From BBC • Oct. 10, 2025
It was stifling, like a blanket, like an anaesthetic.
From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier
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