lethal
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"We found the literal opposite of what we expected if you treat the bats with a lethal dose of this chemical," he said.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 12, 2026
“The solution — which is basically the only solution at this point — is the lethal removal of all the deer to best protect the island.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
"Guaranteeing our naval and joint forces have the lethal firepower they need to deter aggression and protect the homeland is paramount," Cao said in a statement.
From Barron's ● Aug. 17, 2026
Pharmaceutical companies have opposed the use of their products for the death penalty, leading to shortages of the drugs necessary for lethal injections.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
If the tapeworm attaches to the right place in the gut, it can leech vitamin B12 from the victim, instigating a lethal form of anemia.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
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