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Recent Examples of toxicant
Nonetheless, the researchers also acknowledged that realizing such goals will be complex, as U.S. regulators typically consider risks associated with individual toxicants, rather than the complex mixtures that exist in wastewater.
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Sharon Udasin, The Hill, 6 Jan. 2025
One concern is that toxicants in the sharks’ livers can hinder production of vitellogenin, which becomes the yolk needed for egg cells.
—Byerik Stokstad, science.org, 19 July 2024
Testing water around Luke Air Force Base started in 2019 after the area’s water supply showed high levels of toxicants.
—Shawn Raymundo, The Arizona Republic, 4 June 2024
The incidence of obesity, kidney disease, and prostate disease increased in each subsequent generation after the first toxicant exposure.
—Erin Prater, Fortune Well, 2 Feb. 2024
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Sharon Udasin, The Hill, 6 Jan. 2025
One concern is that toxicants in the sharks’ livers can hinder production of vitellogenin, which becomes the yolk needed for egg cells.
—Byerik Stokstad, science.org, 19 July 2024
Testing water around Luke Air Force Base started in 2019 after the area’s water supply showed high levels of toxicants.
—Shawn Raymundo, The Arizona Republic, 4 June 2024
The incidence of obesity, kidney disease, and prostate disease increased in each subsequent generation after the first toxicant exposure.
—Erin Prater, Fortune Well, 2 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for toxicant
Noun
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Many are produced using pesticides shown to harm workers, the land and surrounding communities.—
Elisa Bocanegra,
USA Today,
17 Mar. 2026
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Industrial chemicals, such as those used in plastics and hygiene products, were found across all marine environments, while pharmaceuticals and pesticides were more common closer to shore.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
16 Mar. 2026
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County officials have said that herbicide use is a necessary tool to control foliage growth in waterways in order to manage storm risk.—
Claire Wang,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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And there is some certain details in terms of addressing conflicts with some of our herbicide requirements with respect to the provision authorizing the ag experiment station to conduct the herbicide treatment.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
14 Mar. 2026
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Indoor insecticide sprays are rarely necessary and won’t solve the root problem, since many beetles may still be hiding inside walls or attics.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
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While there are effective treatments, the tree would need continual insecticide applications throughout its life.—
Samantha Johnson,
Martha Stewart,
5 Mar. 2026
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The fungicide is sprayed on the fruits after harvest to prevent mold.—
Susanne Rust
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Treat the plant with a fungicide and remove any infected leaves.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2026
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Combing through these fly larvae, investigators can potentially learn when and where a crime happened, whether the body has been moved or whether toxins were involved.—
Rohini Subrahmanyam,
Scientific American,
10 Mar. 2026
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The insurer has come under heavy criticism from fire victims over its handling of claims, including complaints of low payout offers, denials for toxin testing and delays in payments for living expenses.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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According to a news release, Enviro-Master uses a non-toxic, non-corrosive and food-safe germicide that's dispensed from an electrostatic sprayer, basically the equivalent of a proton pack for germs.—
Slone Terranella,
Detroit Free Press,
3 Dec. 2020
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Depending on the poison, other treatments and supportive care measures (such as oxygen and blood product transfusions) might also be needed.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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That’s the poison in an NBA season where nearly a third of the league is trying to lose.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Mar. 2026
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Taking supporting women’s wrongs—and rights—to new levels, everyone’s favorite toxic on-screen Girl Boss duo are back for a fourth season of Industry: Harper Stern and Yasmin Kara-Hanani.—
Chloe Laws,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Jan. 2026
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The Michigan Legislature passed a law in 2008 meant to protect the public from harmful electronic waste toxics.—
Nushrat Rahman,
Freep.com,
27 Dec. 2025
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“Toxicant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toxicant. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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