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Recent Examples of nontoxic
Salt-water bathing To create the material, a team of scientists at Australia's Curtin University (CU) submerged ordinary glass in a nontoxic bath of organic compounds known as diazonium salts.
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Michael Franco, New Atlas, 2 Mar. 2025
And be sure to choose nontoxic finishes, electric fireplaces over gas and induction cooktops or ranges.
—Jamie Gold, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
The newest generation of these slippery pans uses coatings that are PFOA-free and nontoxic, with no chance of food contamination.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 20 Feb. 2025
This proofing basket is handcrafted from unbleached, nontoxic rattan cane and can hold up to 3 pounds of dough, considerably more than some other bannetons.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2025
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Michael Franco, New Atlas, 2 Mar. 2025
And be sure to choose nontoxic finishes, electric fireplaces over gas and induction cooktops or ranges.
—Jamie Gold, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2025
The newest generation of these slippery pans uses coatings that are PFOA-free and nontoxic, with no chance of food contamination.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 20 Feb. 2025
This proofing basket is handcrafted from unbleached, nontoxic rattan cane and can hold up to 3 pounds of dough, considerably more than some other bannetons.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nontoxic
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Advocates say there are ways around the issue by carefully sourcing nonpoisonous trees that are grown organically and not sprayed with fire retardant.—
Charles Passy,
WSJ,
27 Dec. 2020
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This will give them a chance to exercise this innate behavior with a safe source of nonpoisonous plant life.—
David Shultz,
Science | AAAS,
8 Aug. 2019
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Zero Hunger: Food As a Public Good To eradicate global hunger, the world must treat nutritious food as a basic human right— and embed it into the core of global governance across climate, finance, and trade.—
Daphne Ewing-Chow,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Healthy living vs enjoying life’s indulgences Many retirees prioritize health — eating nutritious foods, exercising regularly and spending time in nature to ensure longevity.—
Kiplinger Consumer News Service,
Boston Herald,
27 Mar. 2025
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Interestingly enough, both ingredients are skin-care superstars, and provide the same nourishing benefits to your hair.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
28 Mar. 2025
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Keep at home and toss another in your bag to deliver a fresh dose of nourishing color anytime your skin needs a boost.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
24 Mar. 2025
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Strict sanitary practices should be maintained when inserting or removing standard catheters.—
Matthew Wosnitzer,
Verywell Health,
28 Feb. 2025
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Immediate family rules about sanitary conditions around food may be marginally less strict by mutual consent, but consent is still key.—
Judith Martin,
The Mercury News,
6 Mar. 2025
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By harnessing the power of biomimicry and laser technology, researchers are paving the way for safer, more hygienic kitchen surfaces—without the need for chemical additives.—
Jenny Lehmann,
Discover Magazine,
26 Feb. 2025
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The researchers claim that introducing microbes from Earth could potentially reinforce the microbial community on the ISS without posing any hygienic risks to astronauts.—
Jack Knudson,
Discover Magazine,
27 Feb. 2025
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This Disney+ original, which was a high-profile launch title for the streaming service, gets points for casting real-life rescue dogs rather than relying solely on antiseptic CGI replicas.—
Josh Bell,
Vulture,
21 Mar. 2025
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Inside the camp, members of the group were being housed in structures that looked like antiseptic shipping containers.—
Lauren Markham,
Harper's Magazine,
19 Feb. 2025
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The clean, bright walls along with colorful rugs and hardwood floors can seem impossible for people living in apartments.—
Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
3 Feb. 2023
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At the end of the dredging, sediment that’s not placed on the beach could be left in the pit and covered with a layer of clean sand.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Feb. 2023
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“Nontoxic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nontoxic. Accessed 7 Apr. 2025.
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