venomous

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They are also the only venomous primates in the world, using specialized teeth to deliver a toxic bite.

From Science Daily • Mar. 3, 2026

He also told a story about a man who was bit by a venomous snake in Peru and marveled at the crowd’s lack of interest.

From Salon • Dec. 14, 2025

From the next ball, Carey gloved a venomous lifter, only for Ben Duckett to grass the vital catch moving forward from gully.

From BBC • Dec. 5, 2025

A venomous Mitchell Starc struck three times during an intimidating opening spell to leave England in trouble on day one of the first Ashes Test against Australia on Friday in Perth.

From Barron's • Nov. 21, 2025

I threw him such a venomous look that he took a step back.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly