pollutants

plural of pollutant

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Recent Examples of pollutants Always use proper ventilation while cooking to prevent the buildup of carbon monoxide and air pollutants. Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025 Microplastics have become a hot topic in recent years, particularly with the proliferation of these microscopic pollutants in the earth’s water supplies. Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2025 The program, which calculates values that can be used to set limits for pollutants in drinking water and cleanup levels for toxic sites, has been a frequent target of industry. Sharon Lerner, ProPublica, 17 Oct. 2025 Mangrove ecosystems are essential for coastlines because of their ability to provide shelter for animals, prevent erosion of the coast, protect against storms and filter pollutants from the water, according to The Nature Conservancy. Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2025 When air is stagnant, pollutants don't get dispersed, allowing ozone to build up to unhealthy levels. Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025 Some examples of environmental factors include chemical pollutants found in the air and water, microbes, sunlight, diet and medications. Mitzi Nagarkatti, The Conversation, 10 Oct. 2025 The waste introduces pollutants like nitrate into drinking water and nearby rivers and lakes. Anna Kleiber, jsonline.com, 9 Oct. 2025 Those standards aimed to reduce the amount of harmful air pollutants reaching nearby residents. Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 9 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pollutants
contaminants
Noun
  • The screens on your windows and doors—though small—can still allow dirt, dust, pollen, and other contaminants inside.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2025
  • Similarly, solid additives like fillers or glues may remain as contaminants.
    Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2025

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“Pollutants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pollutants. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.

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