selectively inhibit

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to limit or prevent a specific target while not affecting others

inhibitADVERB + inhibit

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selectively

Examples (10)

  • The new drug is designed to selectively inhibit the growth of cancer cells.
  • Researchers found a compound that can selectively inhibit certain enzymes.
  • This mechanism allows the body to selectively inhibit specific immune responses.
  • Scientists are working to create therapies that selectively inhibit viral replication.
  • The protein acts to selectively inhibit gene expression in target cells.
  • Its ability to selectively inhibit pain signals makes it a promising analgesic.
  • Future pesticides could selectively inhibit pests without harming beneficial insects.
  • The system needs to selectively inhibit certain processes under specific conditions.
  • Understanding how to selectively inhibit these pathways is crucial for treatment.
  • The goal is to selectively inhibit the unwanted side effects of the medication.