adulterated

Example Sentences

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Prices doubled, and gas stations began selling adulterated fuel that damaged many vehicles.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Zhu’s partner, Wang, is charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud and distribution of adulterated and misbranded medical devices in connection with the case.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

If you’ve heard recent reports about adulterated olive oil, it’s natural to be a little wary.

From Seattle Times • May 20, 2024

And more recently in April, food and drugs control authorities in Gujarat seized more than 60,000kg of adulterated spices - chilli powder, turmeric and coriander power and pickle masala.

From BBC • May 14, 2024

“It comes down to the quality of the vanilla. I don’t like my crème brûlée adulterated, because then you can’t taste through to the quality of the ingredients.”

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell