as in poison
a substance that by chemical action can kill or injure a living thing
read a pamphlet on the toxin responsible for botulism, a food poisoning that can cause paralysis and even death in some cases
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Recent Examples of toxin
That left toxins to be spewed unhindered into the air and raised temperatures to as high as 100 degrees for shop floor workers.
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William Gavin, Quartz, 25 Nov. 2024
According to the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation, the bulb has the most potent concentration of toxins compared to the flower, leaves, and stalk, so cut amaryllis flowers may be a lower risk than growing the bulbs.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Nov. 2024
Staph can multiply in food and even make a toxin that causes food poisoning even after cooking.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
The direct relationship between exposure to toxins and well-being has been effectively obscured by the corporate interests overseeing medical care and agricultural guidelines.
—David Marks, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Nov. 2024
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William Gavin, Quartz, 25 Nov. 2024
According to the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation, the bulb has the most potent concentration of toxins compared to the flower, leaves, and stalk, so cut amaryllis flowers may be a lower risk than growing the bulbs.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Nov. 2024
Staph can multiply in food and even make a toxin that causes food poisoning even after cooking.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
The direct relationship between exposure to toxins and well-being has been effectively obscured by the corporate interests overseeing medical care and agricultural guidelines.
—David Marks, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for toxin
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Baffled by the fact that Curtis knew nothing of the very poison he was accused of using to try and kill the President, the suspicion that Curtis was being framed was rising.Barry Levitt, TIME, 11 Dec. 2024
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Whatever your poison, the Plus features a low-maintenance, clean and quiet Gates Carbon Drive CDX belt.Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 6 Dec. 2024
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Fipronil is also high toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates.Scott Travers, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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According to Apolo, theobromine, an alkaloid in the cacao beans used to make chocolate, makes chocolate toxic to canines.Kelli Bender, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
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The diet has been linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and related conditions like obesity, high cholesterol and hypertension.Randi Richardson, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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Robert’s diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease leads to an exploration of art, activism, grief and fatherhood.Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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On the opening day at Brisbane three years ago, England were skittled for that number in their last visit to hostile old enemy territory, torn asunder by the pace and venom of Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc.Tim Ellis, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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The ant venom peptides also affect the ion channels in a way that is unique and even a little bizarre.New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2024
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“Toxin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toxin. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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