off-target

[US]/[ˈɒf ˈtɑː.ɡɪt]/
[UK]/[ˈɒf ˈtɑːr.ɡɪt]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Not intended; missing the mark; inaccurate.; Not hitting the intended target.
adv.Away from the intended target.
n.Something that is not intended or accurate.

Phrases & Collocations

off-target shot

going off-target

off-target analysis

off-target behavior

was off-target

off-target predictions

far off-target

off-target comments

stay off-target

off-target remarks

Example Sentences

the drug's effects were largely off-target, showing minimal impact on the intended receptor.

we need to minimize off-target effects when developing new therapies.

initial screening identified several off-target interactions that required further investigation.

the researchers carefully analyzed the off-target binding profile of the compound.

reducing off-target activity is crucial for improving drug selectivity.

the assay was designed to detect any off-target binding events.

off-target binding can lead to unexpected side effects and complications.

the goal is to develop highly selective inhibitors with minimal off-target activity.

computational modeling helps predict and avoid potential off-target interactions.

the study investigated the potential for off-target effects on other signaling pathways.

we are working to eliminate any remaining off-target interactions in the lead compound.

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