Examples of allergen in a Sentence
common allergens, such as pollen
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The potential presence of these undeclared allergens poses significant health risks to individuals with wheat and milk allergies, including the potential for life-threatening reactions.
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Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Applesauce can replace vegetable oil or eggs in baked goods, potentially lowering the fat content and avoiding egg allergens and the use of animal products.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025
These fabrics are known for repelling dust mites, mold, mildew, and other allergens much more effectively than traditional down.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2025
In 2020, nutrition facts labels became mandatory and included additional information on sugar, allergens and serving sizes.
—Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
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Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Applesauce can replace vegetable oil or eggs in baked goods, potentially lowering the fat content and avoiding egg allergens and the use of animal products.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025
These fabrics are known for repelling dust mites, mold, mildew, and other allergens much more effectively than traditional down.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2025
In 2020, nutrition facts labels became mandatory and included additional information on sugar, allergens and serving sizes.
—Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
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“Allergen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/allergen. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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allergen
noun
al·ler·gen
ˈal-ər-jən 
: a substance that induces allergy
inhaled allergens
a suspected food allergen
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