harmful
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Macroalgae such as seaweed can have both beneficial and harmful effects, according to Hu.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 3, 2026
Authorities have since put in place new rules which they say will protect children and reduce their exposure to harmful online content.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
Zeldin appears to be following John Oliver’s adage that if you want to do something harmful, “put it inside something boring” to avoid public scrutiny.
From Slate ● Aug. 2, 2026
Google's statement said the company prevents "image creation on harmful topics" and its AI policy instructs users against "misinformation, misrepresentation or misleading activities."
From Barron's ● Jul. 31, 2026
They could also mean that potentially harmful organisms, formerly held in check, could escape from their natural controls and rise to pest status.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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