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lethal

[lee-thuhl] / ˈli θəl /


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It possesses the most lethal and far-flung military; it controls the leading currency; its leaders’ words and deeds are more closely observed and analyzed than those of any other leaders.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

Coming out of Texas A&M, Garrett possessed a rare combination of strength and speed that made him a lethal pass rusher.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

If the plan stands, he said, “we know that it’s going to be lethal for some salmon eggs this summer.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

The WHO has said it was alerted to the emergence of a highly lethal disease on May 5, with the first positive Ebola test on May 15.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Gabe knew—all village children had been taught—which berries, which plants, were lethal.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry




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