as in poisons
a substance that by chemical action can kill or injure a living thing
tested for toxics in the water supply
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Noun
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Previous studies have linked some alcohol consumption to lower risks of certain diseases—such as a glass of red wine per day for heart health—but many have criticized these studies for not considering other factors.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025 -
Such potential threats, in the worst of scenarios, can accelerate the rate at which diseases spread.—
William A. Haseltine,
TIME,
3 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Exposure to toxins like lead and other heavy metals may also cause nerve pain in the feet.—
Ruth Jessen Hickman, MD,
Health,
23 Dec. 2024
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Chronic sleep deprivation can lead to the unhealthy accumulation of these toxins.—
Mill Etienne,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Sprayers are used to apply pesticides, growth regulators, and nutrients to ensure a healthy crop.—
Andrew J. Hawkins,
The Verge,
6 Jan. 2025
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Use caution with household cleaners and pesticides, and wear protective gear when necessary.—
Robert Burakoff,
Verywell Health,
6 Jan. 2025
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“Toxics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toxics. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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