adverse
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Those delays or denials lead to serious adverse events nearly 15% of the time.
From Salon • May 15, 2026
Short-term exposure to EtO by inhalation can cause headaches, dizziness, nausea, fatigue respiratory irritation and other adverse health effects, according to the federal Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
We also found that the rate of serious adverse events was significantly higher after the FDA removed the in-person dispensing requirement.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
Regional authorities have warned that the operation must be completed by Monday, when adverse weather conditions will force the ship to leave.
From Barron's • May 10, 2026
Besides, states that arise quickly, just like all the other natural things that are born and grow rapidly, cannot have roots and branches and will be wiped out by the first adverse weather.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
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