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harmful

[hahrm-fuhl] / ˈhɑrm fəl /


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Baroness Karren Brady, then vice-chair of West Ham, said following the award that the club was "committed to creating a culture where harmful behaviour is called out".

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The researchers also warn that amoebae can act as living shelters for other harmful microbes.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026

Other visible aspects, such as the paper sleeves in which the records are housed, are also harmful.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Because infections can trigger especially harmful inflammation, the Salk team studied mice with an infection.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

“Yes, yes! Clever, valiant Gurgi, who joins master to keep him from harmful hurtings!”

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander




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