Definition
A class of drugs or compounds that selectively eliminate senescent cells, which contribute to aging and age-related diseases.
Example
"I'm considering adding senolytics to my health regimen to clear out those old, junky cells."
Etymology
Combines 'senescence' and 'lytic', indicating its function to destroy aging cells.
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Back in my day, we aged gracefully with a shot of whiskey and an afternoon nap, but now they're inventing miracle cures to make life even longer. Never mind if they actually need a long tutorial to understand. "What's this senolytics thing? Sounds like something my doctor prescribed me that I lost in the medicine cabinet."
Imagine a world where you could evict the freeloading cells in your body that are causing wrinkles and joint pain. Until then, let's read another research paper to make sure this isn't modern-day snake oil. "I've got senolytics on my radar, but no dice without at least three meta-analyses backing them up. You got any studies I can add to my spreadsheet?"
The game-changing wake-up call to those sluggish cells overstaying their welcome. With these on deck, we’re returning stronger than before and dodging any crisis life throws our way. "Sweetheart, if only I had senolytics back during my rough patch—I’d have dodged a decade of wrinkles!"
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