adulterated

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Prices doubled, and gas stations began selling adulterated fuel that damaged many vehicles.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Zhu’s partner, Wang, is charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud and distribution of adulterated and misbranded medical devices in connection with the case.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

These levels were at least 1,500 times lower than in the adulterated cinnamon.

From Salon • Nov. 27, 2024

Macey last appeared in federal court in December for the sentencing of a client who pleaded guilty to distributing more than $16 million worth of adulterated prescription drugs.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 23, 2024

Cato and Pliny had said that a bottle made of ivy could be used to establish whether wine had been adulterated with water, as the wine would be expelled, leaving the water behind.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton