Antibiotic
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Usage Frequency
The term 'antibiotic' is common in medical contexts but not in everyday conversation. In the hospital, antibiotics are used daily.
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Warnings of Overuse
When discussing antibiotics, there's often a warning against overuse to prevent resistance. Overusing antibiotics can lead to antibiotic resistance.
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Non-Applicability
Antibiotics treat bacterial infections, not viruses like the flu or common cold. Colds are viral, so antibiotics won't help.