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formaldehyde

[fawr-mal-duh-hahyd, fer-] / fɔrˈmæl dəˌhaɪd, fər- /
NOUN
preservative
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The unusually high formaldehyde levels detected by satellites served as evidence that methane breakdown was taking place.

From Science Daily May 10, 2026

The suit claims xAI’s 27 turbines emit nitrogen oxides and formaldehyde, linked to asthma, heart problems, and cancers.

From Barron's Apr. 14, 2026

Composite wood products can be bound with formaldehyde.

From BBC Mar. 16, 2026

The 2008 auction included more than 200 works by Hirst, from animals in formaldehyde tanks to polka-dot-covered canvases.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 22, 2025

She hunched forward, and she smelled old, vaguely like formaldehyde.

From "An Abundance of Katherines" by John Green

It is made in small batches and is a 10-free polish, meaning its base is made without formaldehydes, added fragrance and other chemicals commonly found in nail polish.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 14, 2022

Another popular brand for sensitive skin is Vanicream because it’s free of fragrances, parabens, formaldehydes, and other irritating ingredients.

From Slate Nov. 6, 2018

What she found terrified her: petrochemicals, formaldehydes and flame retardants in everyday household products from floor cleaners to mattresses.

From Forbes May 27, 2015




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