as in poisons
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 toxins
There certainly are harmful chemicals, carcinogens, toxins, heavy metals, respiratory irritants and other things inside of there that certainly can cause immediate harm.
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Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
Anthrax bacteria can cleave vital proteins with toxins and wreak havoc on their cellular adversaries.
—Hannah Kinzer, The Conversation, 25 Mar. 2026
As for possibilities, things that can be considered are cancer, gallstones, exposure to toxins, various infectious diseases, pancreatitis, or simple inflammation with no specific cause.
—Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 22 Mar. 2026
The Ananda doctors believe that a massage at least every ten days is essential to flush out toxins and stimulate neurotransmitters.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
In a small, domed stone or clay structure, heated volcanic rocks, medicinal herbs, and water create steam, which is believed to cleanse toxins, improve circulation, and provide a spiritual connection to nature.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
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
Algal blooms occur when warmer temperatures cause cyanobacteria to grow in excess, producing harmful toxins.
—Outside, 5 Mar. 2026
According to Ayurveda, warm water clears toxins and energy blockages.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 4 Mar. 2026
Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
Anthrax bacteria can cleave vital proteins with toxins and wreak havoc on their cellular adversaries.
—Hannah Kinzer, The Conversation, 25 Mar. 2026
As for possibilities, things that can be considered are cancer, gallstones, exposure to toxins, various infectious diseases, pancreatitis, or simple inflammation with no specific cause.
—Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 22 Mar. 2026
The Ananda doctors believe that a massage at least every ten days is essential to flush out toxins and stimulate neurotransmitters.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
In a small, domed stone or clay structure, heated volcanic rocks, medicinal herbs, and water create steam, which is believed to cleanse toxins, improve circulation, and provide a spiritual connection to nature.
—Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
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
Algal blooms occur when warmer temperatures cause cyanobacteria to grow in excess, producing harmful toxins.
—Outside, 5 Mar. 2026
According to Ayurveda, warm water clears toxins and energy blockages.
—Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for toxins
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When new hire Pumpkin arrives and challenges their performative sisterhood, the women are forced to confront their own poisons.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
27 Mar. 2026
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The full Senate is set to consider Senate Bill 62, a measure that would restrict the sale and use of certain rat poisons in Colorado, for an informal vote.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
16 Mar. 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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Environmental advocates say the new regulation of air toxics, which was required under a 2022 bill called Public Protections From Toxic Air Contaminants, will make the state’s air cleaner and its people healthier.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
30 Sep. 2025
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Supplements can’t claim to treat specific diseases or medical conditions.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Mar. 2026
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There are over 10,000 rare diseases — 95% of which don't have a cure.—
Brad Quick,
CNBC,
27 Mar. 2026
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Natural products inspired by organisms include GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight loss, spider and snake venoms, and compounds from plants and fungi with potential uses in pain relief and cancer treatment.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Mar. 2026
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Toxins in many animal venoms, for example, are peptides.—
Dominique Mosbergen,
Time,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Toxins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toxins. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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