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ADJECTIVE
doctored
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ADJECTIVE
radioactive
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Contaminated water is also increasingly linked to the spread of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria.

From Science Daily • Jan. 23, 2026

A sign next to a pile of mud-stained photo albums that sits by the entrance warns: "Do not touch. Contaminated material."

From Barron's • Oct. 21, 2025

Contaminated water has seeped out of Chiquita Canyon Landfill in Castaic, forming streams of odorous waste and fumes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2024

Contaminated water from the fuel spill has been pumped into the Wolf River through stormwater ditches, but officials say that won’t seriously harm the river.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 26, 2023

Contaminated articles and utensils, such as towels and common drinking-cups, have caused many infections.

From The Social Emergency Studies in Sex Hygiene and Morals by Foster, William Trufant




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