as in contaminant
something that is or that makes impure
filtered the pollutants out of the water
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Recent Examples of pollutant
People who may be especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants include the very young, the elderly, those with preexisting respiratory problems such as asthma, those with heart disease and anyone who is working hard outdoors.
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James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 July 2025
Unhealthy ozone levels form when pollutants from factories, cars or any sort of internal combustion engine react with the sun, Quigley said.
—Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 24 July 2025
With a proprietary complex scientifically shown to repair broken bonds, this antioxidant-rich, silicone-free serum protects against heat damage as well as environmental pollutants and free radicals.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 24 July 2025
Offer Anti-Aging Properties Antioxidants in chia seeds benefit skin health by protecting the body from pollutants and irritants known as free radicals.3 Over time, unstable free radical molecules can damage cells and contribute to aging.
—Rachael Zimlich, Verywell Health, 21 July 2025
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James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 July 2025
Unhealthy ozone levels form when pollutants from factories, cars or any sort of internal combustion engine react with the sun, Quigley said.
—Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 24 July 2025
With a proprietary complex scientifically shown to repair broken bonds, this antioxidant-rich, silicone-free serum protects against heat damage as well as environmental pollutants and free radicals.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 24 July 2025
Offer Anti-Aging Properties Antioxidants in chia seeds benefit skin health by protecting the body from pollutants and irritants known as free radicals.3 Over time, unstable free radical molecules can damage cells and contribute to aging.
—Rachael Zimlich, Verywell Health, 21 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pollutant
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Sixteen baby food companies, including Earth’s Best, Plum Organics, and Once Upon a Farm, have tested their products for contaminants (arsenic, lead, cadmium, and mercury) and provide simple access to the test results.—
Beth Ann Mayer,
Parents,
15 Aug. 2025
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This innovative method removes color, odor and contaminants from waste polypropylene (PP), producing ultra-pure recycled resin known as PureFive.—
Alexander Kwapis,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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The ground and area around where the nest had been did not have any further contamination.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
4 Aug. 2025
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Banks involved in financial loans tied to the properties also would want any contamination removed to avoid liability, Ross said.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
3 Aug. 2025
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“Pollutant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pollutant. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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