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We integrate mechanistic insights with safety, pharmacokinetic, and formulation considerations, highlighting both therapeutic potential and translational challenges. Evidence indicates that licorice polyphenols can restore antibiotic efficacy against MDR bacteria, reduce the likelihood of resistance development, and be incorporated into topical agents or antimicrobial materials. However, limitations in bioavailability, dose-dependent toxicity, and a paucity of clinical trials underscore the need for targeted delivery systems and rigorous\n                    <jats:italic>in vivo<\/jats:italic>\n                    validation. By framing licorice polyphenols as risk-mitigating agents, this review positions them as viable candidates for next-generation adjunctive therapies and preventive strategies in the fight against AMR. In particular, their role against high-priority ESKAPEE pathogens and their inherent antioxidant properties further enhance their therapeutic value. 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