poisonous

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But there are dozens of other poisonous snake species for which India does not have targeted antivenom.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026

In this poisonous time, those who grin at the notion of playing a Traitor may think twice about the potential cost to their principles.

From Salon • Jan. 28, 2026

The poisonous toxins from the death cap can result in a delayed gastrointestinal symptoms that may not appear until 6 to 24 hours after eating it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2026

Hydrogen cyanide, which is highly poisonous, can freeze into crystals at low temperatures.

From Science Daily • Jan. 16, 2026

The only reason he was able to follow Akhlys’s path was because poisonous plants sprang up wherever she walked.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan