as in crude
being such as found in nature and not altered by processing or refining
untreated wool
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Recent Examples of untreated
Lyme disease, commonly transmitted through tick bites, can initially cause flu-like symptoms but may escalate to include joint swelling, brain fog, nerve damage, and even facial paralysis if untreated, according to Mayo Clinic.
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Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 31 July 2025
Those concerns include dead fish, increasingly warm and shallow water, blue algae blooms, and a lack of filtration from untreated runoff pouring into the 177-acre lake.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 30 July 2025
Left untreated, infections like hepatitis C or H. pylori can also cause ongoing inflammation.12
Signs of Chronic Inflammation
Chronic inflammation persists for more than a couple of weeks or occurs unnecessarily.
—Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 29 July 2025
During Covid-19, such insights could have mitigated issues like the rise of untreated tuberculosis cases caused by resource diversion.
—Ajit Sahu, Forbes.com, 17 July 2025
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Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 31 July 2025
Those concerns include dead fish, increasingly warm and shallow water, blue algae blooms, and a lack of filtration from untreated runoff pouring into the 177-acre lake.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 30 July 2025
Left untreated, infections like hepatitis C or H. pylori can also cause ongoing inflammation.12
Signs of Chronic Inflammation
Chronic inflammation persists for more than a couple of weeks or occurs unnecessarily.
—Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 29 July 2025
During Covid-19, such insights could have mitigated issues like the rise of untreated tuberculosis cases caused by resource diversion.
—Ajit Sahu, Forbes.com, 17 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for untreated
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The other measures the company is proposing include improvements to its fluidized catalytic-cracking units, which help turn crude oil into gasoline, and installing carbon monoxide analyzers to ensure equipment is running efficiently.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
16 Aug. 2025
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The crude oil leak from a train that derailed in Dodge County on Aug. 15 has been contained, officials said.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Potential downsides Despite its natural, unprocessed appeal, the Viking diet could have some nutritional downsides.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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To cleanse yourself of these parasites, influencers usually recommend supplements with a mix of ingredients—such as wormwood and clove—and a diet plan centered around whole, unprocessed foods.—
Jenna Anderson,
Health,
8 Aug. 2025
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Still, there is a natural adjustment period for anyone, even those as talented as Kudus.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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Order that plus a Café con Leche or natural guava juice, and you’ll be set clear through noon.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
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High-risk foods include undercooked pork or beef, raw freshwater fish, and unwashed vegetables and fruits.—
Faye Chiu,
CNN Money,
6 Aug. 2025
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The four metals targeted by would-be deep-sea miners are not subject to Chinese export controls, and the U.S. is not materially dependent on China for their raw ore.—
Kevin Green,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Aug. 2025
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This centennial celebration of the special effects wizard showcases his extraordinary innovation across three decades, inclusive of his native Italy, Hollywood, and beyond.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
6 Aug. 2025
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Why should crypto users need to exit their native environment just to buy Apple stock?—
Boaz Sobrado,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Untreated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/untreated. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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