combination shot
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of combination shot
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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The CDC currently recommends a combination shot known as MMR to prevent the three diseases.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2025
Separately, Novavax said its COVID/flu combination shot was safe and well-tolerated in a mid-stage study, sending shares of the company up 9% before the bell.
From Reuters ● May 9, 2023
Jacobs said Novavax would seek funding for its COVID/influenza combination shot, including a potential partnership, depending on whether the upcoming data is positive.
From Reuters ● Apr. 12, 2023
Moderna recently announced similar results from tests of its combination shot, what scientists call a “bivalent” vaccine.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 25, 2022
Those tests will include a higher dose of the original shot, a higher dose of the omicron vaccine and a combination shot.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 25, 2022
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