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harmful

[hahrm-fuhl] / ˈhɑrm fəl /


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Canada's culture minister on Wednesday introduced legislation that would ban children under 16 from having social media accounts and require AI chatbot services to limit production of harmful content.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

However, the study also identifies potential health concerns, particularly with bottled and bubble teas, which may contain harmful additives like artificial sweeteners and preservatives.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

The European Chemicals Agency classifies the chemical as harmful to aquatic life.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

"We are working constructively with UK partners to find effective, privacy-preserving solutions that deter the spread of harmful content while ensuring a safe digital environment for young people."

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Additional conversations with my doctor helped me understand that my behavior had become harmful to me.

From "While the World Watched: A Birmingham Bombing Survivor Comes of Age during the Civil Rights Movement" by Carolyn Maull McKinstry




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