toxic

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“It is possible that that small fraction may be more toxic, may contain different contaminants,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

But Myela describes his feelings towards Simeone as being like a "toxic relationship".

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The influx of nutrients from the landslide may have supported these communities, while the release of toxic sulfur compounds could have discouraged other marine life from disturbing them.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Students say they worry that a grade-cap system will make an already-competitive environment more toxic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“Here’s a fun fact,” Mr. Chang says, “if humans bomb the planet with their nuclear arsenal, the only life left on Earth will be cockroaches. Only they can survive the toxic fallout.”

From "Free Lunch" by Rex Ogle