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asbestos

[as-bes-tuhs, az-] / æsˈbɛs təs, æz- /


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The Park Service had it tested and said no asbestos was detected.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 25, 2026

For decades, the soil, groundwater and air have been contaminated by heavy metals, dioxins and asbestos.

From Barron's May 23, 2026

The World Health Organization counts UV-emitting tanning beds as a Group 1 carcinogen, alongside other known human carcinogens like tobacco cigarettes and asbestos.

From Los Angeles Times May 6, 2026

They are the latest in a string of children's products recalled due to the risk of asbestos contamination this year, which consumer group Which? called a "worrying trend".

From BBC May 1, 2026

Many had roofs made of uneven zinc or asbestos sheets held in place by rocks.

From "Tasting the Sky" by Ibtisam Barakat




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