unprotected sex
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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The commonly used over-the-counter drug contains the synthetic hormone, progestin, which can prevent pregnancy if taken as soon as possible after having unprotected sex.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 21, 2023
Infertility, according to the NHS, is when a couple cannot conceive despite having unprotected sex regularly.
From BBC ● Apr. 4, 2023
Emergency contraceptive pills are also effective at preventing pregnancy after unprotected sex, and there are no medical conditions for which for which the risks of emergency contraceptive pills outweigh the benefits.
From Slate ● Aug. 1, 2022
Listed examples include oral contraceptives, injections, implants like intrauterine devices and emergency contraceptives, which prevent pregnancy several days after unprotected sex.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 20, 2022
The drugs, often called the morning-after pill, can prevent pregnancy if taken after unprotected sex.
From The Verge ● Jun. 28, 2022
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