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ventilation

[ven-tl-ay-shuhn] / ˌvɛn tlˈeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
the act of providing or changing the air
Synonyms
STRONG
WEAK




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So much gas was released that some was sucked back into the engine rooms through ventilation shafts, triggering gas detector alarms.

From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026

Wasko also observed that the air ventilation system was dirty and needed cleaning.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026

The researchers say exposure can be reduced by choosing unscented products, improving ventilation with exhaust fans or open windows, and avoiding devices that generate ozone while scented cleaning products are being used.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 26, 2026

"We believe they suffocated because there was no ventilation," the father of one of those detained told the BBC.

From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026

Once opened, the combined mines caused so many ventilation problems, Dad had to take over both of them.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam

However, many responders are falling short of that goal, showing effective lung ventilations as few as two over 10 minutes, with potentially serious consequences, according to the study.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 13, 2023

Firefighters brought patients down to the ground floor, “assisting ventilations as required, for transport,” the department said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 22, 2023


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