harmful
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Too much knowledge can also be harmful, leading to unnecessary tests and costs, and more anxiety than it’s worth.
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
Kissei said the reversal follows discussions with Japan’s Ministry of Health, which instructed the company to include new warnings for clinicians over potentially harmful side effects with the drug’s packaging.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
"Notably, TikTok and YouTube failed to commit to any significant changes to reduce harmful content being served to children, maintaining their feeds are already safe for children," it said.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
Renewable energy sources can cut harmful emissions, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and improve efficiency.
From Science Daily • May 18, 2026
The distinction was important to officers, who wanted no personal responsibility for the harmful effects of the system.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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