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polluted

[puh-loo-tid] / pəˈlu tɪd /




























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Honeybees have long been used as biological indicators of environmental contamination in heavily polluted locations.

From Science Daily • Jul. 7, 2026

Waterkeeper and other environmental groups successfully used the same provision to convince the EPA in 2024 to require permits for businesses near the polluted Dominguez Channel and Los Cerritos Channel in L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

The area of polluted ground stretches to about 100 acres, or the equivalent of about 65-70 football pitches.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

"Mining uses excessive water and chemicals. The water isn't just used, it's also polluted," explained hydrologist Erol Kesici.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Growing corn and nothing but corn has also damaged the soil of our farmlands, polluted the water, and threatened the health of all the creatures downstream.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan




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