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cure
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kill or cure (British & Australian)
a way of solving a problem which will either fail completely or be very successful. Having a baby can be kill or cure for a troubled marriage.
See also: kill

Prevention is better than cure. (British & Australian, American)

something that you say which means it is better to stop something bad happening than it is to deal with it after it has happened. More advice is needed on how to stay healthy because, as we all know, prevention is better than cure.
See also: better

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Protease inhibitors, saponins, and lectins are being touted as curers of cancer or lowerers of cholesterol, while phytates are being recommended for their ability to remove toxic minerals such as cadmium and excess iron from the body.
In reality, many of the curers were able to practice their profession for years without interference.
 
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