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No. 9,746 in German

nebenwirkungen

"Nebenwirkungen" means "side effects" in English.

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  • Die Nebenwirkungen des Medikaments sind mild.

    The side effects of the medication are mild.

    Here, 'Nebenwirkungen' refers to the medical term for side effects, relating to secondary effects from the primary intended effects of medication.

  • Diese Wirtschaftspolitik könnte unerwartete Nebenwirkungen haben.

    This economic policy might have unexpected side effects.

    In this usage, 'Nebenwirkungen' metaphorically describes secondary consequences or effects in the context of economics or policy.

  • Die neuen Regeln zeigten Nebenwirkungen in der Organisation.

    The new rules showed side effects in the organization.

    The word 'Nebenwirkungen' here highlights unintended effects or outcomes of implementing new rules within a structured system.

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