mice

[mahys]

noun

1. plural of mouse.

mice

/ maɪs /

noun

1. the plural of mouse

Idioms and Phrases

see best-laid plans of mice and men; when the cat's away, mice will play. Also see under mouse.

Example Sentences

A 2022 study in mice and ferrets showed that a universal flu vaccine NIH plans to support has promise.

From Salon

When transplanted into mice as a test, it appeared to work.

From BBC

Woodland creatures that could carry the disease and should be avoided include chipmunks, wood rats, mice and marmots.

From Los Angeles Times

Once manufactured, the leading designs were tested on bacteria in the lab and on infected mice, resulting in two new potential drugs.

From BBC

Furthermore, the author contends that many studies that do reference vaccines involved laboratory mice that received injections directly into the brain or intravenously, which differs significantly from how humans receive the vaccines.

From Los Angeles Times

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