contamination
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But vessels aren’t neutral objects; they often play a very important role in keeping their contents safe from contact with the outside world, free from contamination by external influences—free from reality, even.
From Slate • May 5, 2026
However, if it is a different new world strain, for example one called Sin Nombre, which only circulates in North America, contamination in South America can be ruled out.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
Since sea otters rely on their dense fur coasts to stay warm, oil contamination from spills can be damaging to their coat and overall ability to survive in frigid water temperatures, he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026
More than 100 families were relocated because of dangerous levels of lead contamination.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026
There are also cases of chance or accidental contamination.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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