trying to prevent accidental leakagesLeakages of about 30 percent were reported.
taking steps to prevent leakage of confidential information
Recent Examples on the WebFuel leakage in the presence of an external ignition source may increase the risk of fire, the auto maker said in a safety recall report.—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 14 May 2023 This little bottle is super tough, with a secure lid that eliminates any leakage concerns in your luggage or pack.—Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2023 That's because Passivhaus is an ultra-energy-efficient building standard that is designed to minimize things like air leakage and how much energy is consumed, using elements like high-quality windows and lots of insulation and ensuring that the building envelope is as air-tight as possible.—Kimberley Mok, Treehugger, 11 Apr. 2023 Grease, splatter and other kitchen residue can easily build up over the gas burners on your stove top, which may delay or prevent the complete ignition of a burner, which could contribute to potential gas leakage over time, according to Papantoniou.—Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 16 Jan. 2023 Even through rigorous tests, like shaking liquids inside and letting tomato sauce sit for three days, there was no leakage or staining that occurred when these containers were up to bat.—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 29 Dec. 2022 But there is sure to be leakage in a joint venture majority-owned by the regime.—The Editorial Board, WSJ, 28 Nov. 2022 Eight years later, after the chamber was further sealed up to prevent sound leakage, new tests gave a reading of –13 decibels A-weighted.—Caity Weaver, New York Times, 23 Nov. 2022 Your pelvic floor—the group of muscles and connective tissues that support the bladder, urethra, uterus, and bowels—naturally weakens with age, boosting your chances of leakage.—Erica Sweeney, SELF, 22 Nov. 2022 See More
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