polluted
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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
In South Wiltshire, another area under restrictions due to polluted water, some farmers are trying their own measures to reduce pollution.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
Andrew Whelton, a Purdue University researcher who has studied environmental risk following disaster, said the EPA sampling — which tested only one mixed sample — would probably mask heavily polluted areas of the home.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 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
But instead I say, “Sure,” because I know Sam really wants to come and I know she wouldn’t be so scared if her grandma hadn’t polluted her mind with all those stories.
From "Piecing Me Together" by Renée Watson
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