In 1928, Alexander Fleming at St. Mary's Hospital in London found mold in his cultures of staphylococcus bacteria ... Crossword Clue
10 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, March 11, 2026 · 24-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · March 11, 2026 · 24-Across · 10 letters
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any of various antibiotics obtained from Penicillium molds (or produced synthetically) and used in the treatment of various infections and diseases
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