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invasive

[in-vey-siv] / ɪnˈveɪ sɪv /


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And a new standard of care will be introduced to ensure women are offered appropriate pain relief for invasive gynaecological procedures.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

The nutria, an invasive rodent plaguing California, may have been deliberately released.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Enrollment declines opened the door to maintenance staff layoffs, giving the invasive shrub the upper hand.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

One of his students even crashes with him for a time, echoing Jimmy’s blurred lines between orderly professionalism and invasive shows of caring.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Zach has me pulling buckthorn shoots—they’re invasive in Vermont—so it’s easy for me to sneak over to my girl.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz




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