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harmful

[hahrm-fuhl] / ˈhɑrm fəl /


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She added: “I’ve said it before, and I will say it again — these delays are harmful to public safety.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The European Chemicals Agency classifies the chemical as harmful to aquatic life.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

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

Turning it on its side wasn’t harmful, so I was okay with that test, and then it was our chance to feed it whatever we wanted.

From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea




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