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anticancer

American

[an-tee-kan-ser, an-tahy-] / ˌæn tiˈkæn sər, ˌæn taɪ- /

adjective

for or used in the prevention or treatment of cancer.

an anticancer drug.

Etymology

Origin of anticancer

First recorded in 1925–30; anti- + cancer

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anticancer

After screening the bacteria for anticancer activity, nine strains showed promise.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 10, 2026

Overall, the study showed that PCAIs can produce powerful anticancer effects in pancreatic cancer cells by disrupting critical signaling networks, increasing oxidative stress, and activating apoptosis.

From Science Daily ● Jun. 29, 2026

The newly formed "enhanced CAR-macrophages" showed much stronger cancer-killing activity and stimulated surrounding immune cells, leading to a powerful anticancer response.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 28, 2026

They also stimulate nearby immune cells, helping to amplify the body's overall anticancer response.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 11, 2026

Each time someone discussed anticancer diets or snorting ground-up shark fin or whatever, he’d glance over at me and sigh ever so slightly.

From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green

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