threshold
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“The product has a very low odor threshold, meaning people may notice a scent even when concentrations are well below levels associated with health concerns,” health officials said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
Its price topped a much-awaited threshold of $100,000 in December 2024, then rose to $120,000 in July 2025 as US politicians prepared to debate bills to regulate digital assets.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Despite recent record foreign-exchange intervention, the Japanese currency has weakened again to near the 160 threshold against the dollar, a level seen as a potential trigger for more government action.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
Indonesia's rupiah hit its weakest level ever against the dollar on Thursday, breaching the psychological 18,000 threshold amid concerns about the country's economy amid surging energy costs.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
A couple of aunts came to visit, sitting outside on the threshold with Mother.
From "Rickshaw Girl" by Mitali Perkins
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