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harmful

[hahrm-fuhl] / ˈhɑrm fəl /


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Harmful use may occur without their knowledge since the work is classified, workers said in the letter.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Harmful environments or substances can worsen your response to an exposure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026

National Office for Harmful Algal Blooms estimated that the United States spends upwards of $50 million annually in costs related to health, fisheries, recreation, tourism and monitoring.

From Salon • Aug. 16, 2025

Harmful or worrying behaviour in others was easier to spot in contexts like sports clubs, schools or at home, he explained, but the "increasing isolation" of young people meant that worrying signs were being missed.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2024

Harmful results from eating acorns do not seem likely to occur except as they are eaten in considerable quantities.

From Special Report on Diseases of Cattle by United States. Bureau of Animal Industry




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