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harmful

[hahrm-fuhl] / ˈhɑrm fəl /


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Insurers have long said that their preapproval requirements aim to ensure that patients don’t get unnecessary or harmful care.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The text of the newly proposed Bill C-34 lists seven categories of "harmful content", which includes material bullying a child, or that foments hatred, or incites violence.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Social media services, including adult content platforms, would also face new requirements under the law to "mitigate risks associated with exposure" to various categories of harmful content and apply labels to synthetically generated content.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The compound prevented GRK2 molecules from forming harmful aggregates, allowing mitochondria to function more effectively.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

“The circle is meant to keep out harmful magic, not—not wolves.”

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo




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