GBM
Britishabbreviation
Etymology
Origin of GBM
from G(reat) B(ritain Isle of) M(an)
Example Sentences
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Glioblastoma, or GBM, is an aggressive type of brain cancer that starts in cells called astrocytes, which support nerve cells, according to the Mayo Clinic.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
GBM is a fast-growing type of brain cancer that manifests in uncheckable tumors.
From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026
In response to the speech, Gary Smith, head of the GBM union, said the above-inflation pay awards already in place were "positive" but "this must be a start and not a finish".
From BBC • Sep. 10, 2024
Matteo did not have GBM but underwent surgery to remove a brain tumour in 2019.
From Science Daily • Mar. 6, 2024
Inspired by the story of Scott Williams, who is a GBM patient and reached out to the 1984 Olympic champion’s Scott Hamilton & Friends organization a year ago for help in fundraising.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 8, 2022
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