oral contraceptive
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of oral contraceptive
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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For the first time in U.S. history, an oral contraceptive pill called Opill will be available to purchase over-the-counter.
From Salon • Mar. 7, 2024
Nearly half the pharmacies in England have also recently started prescribing the oral contraceptive pill.
From BBC • Jan. 30, 2024
However, the share of women using oral contraceptive pills dropped from 81.9% to 78.2%.
From Washington Times • Dec. 14, 2023
A new study has shown that women who are taking the oral contraceptive pill are less likely to report depression.
From Science Daily • Nov. 1, 2023
Who is most likely to be interested in an over-the-counter oral contraceptive like Opill?
From Seattle Times • Jul. 23, 2023
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