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venomous

[ven-uh-muhs] / ˈvɛn ə məs /


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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that about 8,000 people annually are bitten by venomous snakes, with fewer than 10 deaths.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

They are also the only venomous primates in the world, using specialized teeth to deliver a toxic bite.

From Science Daily • Mar. 3, 2026

Individually, many of us choose to remain anonymous while publicly spewing the most venomous insults at those with whom we disagree.

From Salon • Feb. 6, 2026

"It wasn't jokey, it was quite venomous," she said.

From BBC • Nov. 26, 2025

He was plenty scared now, with nine venomous snakes crawling around his feet.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen




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