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Recent Examples of motility
The review suggested vitamin D could influence sperm motility and male fertility, but more studies are needed to clarify its role.11
Vitamin C is an antioxidant that protects sperm from free radical damage.
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Anju Goel, Verywell Health, 2 Jan. 2025
Poor gut motility can affect digestion and nutrient absorption.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Health, 23 Dec. 2024
If a semen analysis indicates poor sperm quality, motility (movement), or count, treatment can potentially reverse this.
—Josephine Hessert, Verywell Health, 1 Dec. 2024
In addition to insulin, Type 1 diabetics don’t make another hormone, amylin, which slows gastric motility.
—Rosemary Trout, Discover Magazine, 27 Nov. 2024
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Anju Goel, Verywell Health, 2 Jan. 2025
Poor gut motility can affect digestion and nutrient absorption.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Health, 23 Dec. 2024
If a semen analysis indicates poor sperm quality, motility (movement), or count, treatment can potentially reverse this.
—Josephine Hessert, Verywell Health, 1 Dec. 2024
In addition to insulin, Type 1 diabetics don’t make another hormone, amylin, which slows gastric motility.
—Rosemary Trout, Discover Magazine, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for motility
Noun
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Plans are in place for 28 one-bedroom units and 48 two-bedroom units, some of which will offer features like accessible kitchens and bathrooms for residents with mobility challenges, as well as units with features for sight and hearing disabilities.—
Marina Johnson,
The Courier-Journal,
7 Feb. 2025
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In October, the FAA issued a final rule for qualifications and training of advanced air mobility instructors and pilots.—
Jim Turner,
Orlando Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2025
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Photo: David Corio/Redferns/Getty Images Popular music of the ’70s and ’80s mixed and matched parts assembled earlier in the 20th century, borrowing from the melisma of soul, the locomotion of rock and roll, the improvisational verve of jazz, and the compositional depth of classical music.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
2 Jan. 2025
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Without wanting to hurt the tender feelings of a hundred million gamers, why are the fundamentals of speech and locomotion still so risible to behold?—
Anthony Lane,
The New Yorker,
26 Jan. 2025
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In open session at 5 p.m., the council will give final approval to a change in council procedures to allow for a motion and second before further consideration of an agenda item.—
Laura Groch
Feb. 5,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Feb. 2023
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As the play starts, Demetric Felton Jr. will go in orbit motion to stress the flat of the Ravens.—
Lance Reisland,
cleveland,
4 Feb. 2023
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“Motility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motility. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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