harmful

Example Sentences

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“When I see an ICE agent doing something radically bad and harmful, I can recognize that that is a person who is suffering and being oppressed by a deep darkness.”

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

Scientists believe future treatments could target these cells to interrupt the harmful cycle known as inflammaging.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Social media platforms "act as editors through what they decide to show to their users, primarily through their feed. And very often, that includes harmful content and misinformation," said Saint Laurent.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

“FDA is unable to test and identify all products marketed as dietary supplements that have potentially harmful hidden ingredients.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

They won’t buy a television, like everyone else, because my father says it turns you into a cretin and emits harmful radiation and subliminal messages as well.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood