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defective

[dih-fek-tiv] / dɪˈfɛk tɪv /


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Defective mitophagy is implicated in many age-related diseases.

From Science Daily • Nov. 13, 2023

Two said they and others had submitted letters of complaint at SAMR's Defective Product Administrative Center after contact with BYD proved fruitless.

From Reuters • Jun. 30, 2022

Defective plumbing that tinges water brown or creates an odd taste can also turn people away from the faucet.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 30, 2022

A spokesperson for Donegal County Council said 458 applications have been made to date under the Defective Concrete Blocks Grant Scheme.

From BBC • Sep. 17, 2021

Labeled Downloadable Cognizance: Defective, rows of Cogs sit lined in tiny holders like rings in a jewelry store.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera




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