TOXICANTS Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

toxicants

noun

plural of toxicant

as in pesticides

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Noun

Detox Denim eliminates synthetic pesticides and harsh chemicals and prioritizes materials and designs engineered for longevity.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026
Think about environmental regulations, and limits on and banning certain pesticides.

— Laina Gustafson, Christian Science Monitor, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of pesticides

Noun

Many of these bulbs will naturally spread over time, but using pre-emergent herbicides can prevent this.

— Paul Cappeillo, Louisville Courier Journal, 11 Sep. 2026
Prevent regrowth by applying pre-emergent herbicides, replanting groundcovers, or using soil solarization.

— Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of herbicides

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For years, survivors and first responders – including many who were sickened from exposure to toxins in the air – have called for more transparency and demanded the release of the documents.

— Gloria Pazmino, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2026
The hospital – Mount Sinai Medical Center – is still counting the dead from the shocking increase in people now dying from toxins released in the Twin Towers collapse.

— Mike Kelly, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026

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