untreated
Example Sentences
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Colder nights will bring a higher risk of sharper widespread frost, particularly in rural areas, with icy patches possible on untreated surfaces.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026
Mice treated with the drug three weeks after surgery showed improved nutrient absorption and gained more weight compared to untreated mice.
From Science Daily • Mar. 18, 2026
Over time, untreated sleep apnea raises the risk of serious health problems, including high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.
From Science Daily • Mar. 11, 2026
The burst sent some 240 million gallons of untreated waste from toilets and sinks into the Potomac.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026
Many workers have noticed the tendency of resistant flies to rest more on untreated horizontal surfaces than on treated walls.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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