pollution
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However, there was an increase in pollution from transport - both in terms of domestic transport and international aviation - as well as from buildings.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Researchers know that outdoor air pollution, secondhand smoke and cooking oil fumes can contribute to lung cancer risk.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
As a result, the fire whirl consumed oil more rapidly while producing significantly less pollution.
From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026
Pacific island neighbour Vanuatu secured a landmark win last year in the International Court of Justice, which found nations had a legal duty to prevent harms from planet-warming pollution.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
There are questions about pollution and the environment and plants that I whiz right through.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
Vocabulary lists containing pollution
Africa - Introductory
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Eastern Europe - Introductory
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East Asia - Middle School
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