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injurious

[in-joor-ee-uhs] / ɪnˈdʒʊər i əs /


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In John Scott’s 1880 book “The Story of the Sewing Machine,” Hunt’s daughter reportedly said, “The introduction of such a machine into use would be injurious to the interests of hand-sewers.”

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 12, 2026

Instagram influencer and celebrity popularly known as Orry commented that caramel popcorn was injurious to "financial health".

From BBC Dec. 30, 2024

"We have engaged our legal team to initiate proceedings against the individuals or entities responsible for the unlawful and injurious forgery of documents," said a representative for Full Scope PR.

From Salon Sep. 4, 2024

Mr. Wang’s suit accused Ms. Cutler of making “duplicitous and injurious statements.”

From New York Times May 1, 2024

It is most difficult always to remember that the increase of every living being is constantly being checked by unperceived injurious agencies....

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly




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