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[tok-sik] / ˈtɒk sɪk /


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Ecological consultant Matthew Shardlow said he believed the active ingredients in flea treatments are so toxic, and so easily transferred onto humans, household items, and into water, that they should be withdrawn from sale.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“Bureaucracy is toxic to ambition, adaptability, innovation and engagement.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

About 50 gallons of water spilled into a storm drain at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove, and testing is underway to see if the water contained any toxic chemicals, Orange County health officials said Friday.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

The process also vaporizes most of the oil before it can remain behind as a toxic tar-like residue on the water.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

I liked the absinthe-green shade of her blouse, even though it was toxic.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros




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