second-line
adjective
sec·ond-line
ˈse-kᵊn(d)-ˈlīn 
: not being the usual or preferred choice
second-line drugs to treat tuberculosis
compare first-line
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Krewe of Boo hosts a jazz second-line through the French Quarter at 3pm, followed by happy hour at Pat O'Brien's.
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Carlie Kollath Wells, Axios, 17 Oct. 2024
Tynan, a two-time AHL MVP, is an offensively gifted player and could even sneak into the second-line role if needed.
—Corey Masisak, The Denver Post, 2 Oct. 2024
Long-acting nitrates are essential second-line preventive drugs.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 20 Sep. 2024
The Six Ward Steppers sent Frankie Beverly off in style last night with a massive second-line.
—Carlie Kollath Wells, Axios, 17 Sep. 2024
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Carlie Kollath Wells, Axios, 17 Oct. 2024
Tynan, a two-time AHL MVP, is an offensively gifted player and could even sneak into the second-line role if needed.
—Corey Masisak, The Denver Post, 2 Oct. 2024
Long-acting nitrates are essential second-line preventive drugs.
—Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 20 Sep. 2024
The Six Ward Steppers sent Frankie Beverly off in style last night with a massive second-line.
—Carlie Kollath Wells, Axios, 17 Sep. 2024
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second-line
adjective
sec·ond-line
ˌsek-ᵊn(d)-ˌlīn
: being or using a drug that is not the usual or preferred choice compare first-line
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