side effect
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side effect
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side effects
side effect
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side effects
Britannica Dictionary definition of SIDE EFFECT
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an often harmful and unwanted effect of a drug or chemical that occurs along with the desired effect
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Nausea and diarrhea are the side effects of the drug.
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the harmful side effects of using chemicals to kill insects
2
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a result of an action that is not expected or intended
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The merger created positive side effects for both companies.
