noxious
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"Sewers can contain numerous hazards, including noxious and potentially deadly gases, unstable surfaces, flooding risks, and confined spaces," the DEP spokesperson said.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
"So, they can cope with higher levels of noxious irritants produced by cold exposure."
From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026
Both male and female therapists stress the importance of providing positive, pro-social and professional alternatives to the often noxious influence of the manosphere.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026
A state contractor plugged all 21 oil wells at the AllenCo Energy drill site in University Park, preventing the release of noxious gases and chemical vapors into the densely populated South Los Angeles neighborhood.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026
Their bodies gave off noxious odors, too, gases so strong they made my eyes water.
From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson
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