detected

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The first case of New World screwworm, a flesh-eating fly that typically feeds on livestock, has been detected a calf in Texas—the first U.S. case in six decades.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

During the Memorial Day news conference, Myers said that the equipment did not detected any “exceedances” of the chemical in the air.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

This outbreak wasn’t detected earlier because of a combination of diagnostic and security challenges.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

If contamination is detected, park officials may need to temporarily shut down pumping operations until the issue is addressed.

From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026

He seemed to be dodging my gaze, and I detected a chill in his words.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu