as in poison
a substance that by chemical action can kill or injure a living thing
read a pamphlet on the toxin responsible for botulism, a food poisoning that can cause paralysis and even death in some cases
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Recent Examples of toxin
Children face these same hazards, their developing bodies absorbing toxins at higher rates.
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CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026
These microscopic, bubblelike structures carry proteins, toxins and other molecular signals that influence how the immune system of the host responds.
—Panteha Torabian, The Conversation, 14 Apr. 2026
Add that the cost of potential lifetime disability benefits for the roughly 55,000 troops deployed in the region who have been exposed to toxins and environmental hazards, said Bilmes, then further strain is put on the taxpayer.
—Joseph Wilkins, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2026
These toxins can lead to an imbalance between replacing old bone with new bone, enhancing bone loss.
—Ross Phan, Verywell Health, 10 Apr. 2026
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CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026
These microscopic, bubblelike structures carry proteins, toxins and other molecular signals that influence how the immune system of the host responds.
—Panteha Torabian, The Conversation, 14 Apr. 2026
Add that the cost of potential lifetime disability benefits for the roughly 55,000 troops deployed in the region who have been exposed to toxins and environmental hazards, said Bilmes, then further strain is put on the taxpayer.
—Joseph Wilkins, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2026
These toxins can lead to an imbalance between replacing old bone with new bone, enhancing bone loss.
—Ross Phan, Verywell Health, 10 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for toxin
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Ingesting rat poison could lead to bleeding gums and nosebleeds as well as bruising and blood in the stool.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Apr. 2026
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Officials will continue to investigate the area for further evidence of poison bait, and also stressed the importance of the community's cooperation to discourage and prevent the use of poison baits against wildlife.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 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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Researchers have spent decades developing potatoes for chip makers that can grow in all kinds of climates, avoid diseases and pests, sit in storage for months and still deliver a satisfying crunch.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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After all, inflammation is a major driver of not only gum disease but also the chronic conditions listed above.—
Michele Ross,
SELF,
22 Apr. 2026
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The woman’s death was caused by blood clotting issues and snake venom, The Mendocino Voice reported.—
Don Sweeney
April 21,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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The injured party should not apply a tourniquet, apply ice, try to suck out the venom or cut the wound, the agency warned.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Toxin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toxin. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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