irreversible

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Bright or ultraviolet light, in particular, could cause irreversible damage to the letter.

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They found that the gas disrupts microbial energy production and causes irreversible damage to the cells, ultimately destroying the fungi responsible for infection.

From Science Daily

According to SMA UK, the drug delivers a healthy copy of the affected gene to the body, but timing is critical because irreversible damage may have already occurred in the nervous system.

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Lead, which is associated with irreversible neurological harm, memory problems, and reduced IQ in children, exceeded the limit in 32.9% of the samples, with some measurements reaching nearly four times the accepted threshold.

From Science Daily

After six years, Andre-Bruno was released from prison in 1973 on compassionate grounds when one of his wives died, but the damage was irreversible.

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