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negative

[neg-uh-tiv] / ˈnɛg ə tɪv /


NOUN
contradiction
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The FDA said several seasoned batches had tested negative for salmonella.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

He added that some institutional investors are being drawn back to private credit despite all the negative headlines.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

Weight stigma has been consistently linked to negative mental and physical health outcomes.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

It together makes for a negative backdrop on the Treasury market.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Supporters of Garfield's doctors rushed to their defense, saying that the negative comments were not based on direct observation of the patient or of the autopsy.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow




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