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glyphosate

American  
[glahy-fos-eyt] / glaɪˈfɒs eɪt /

noun

Chemistry.
  1. a compound, C 3 H 8 NO 5 P, used to kill a wide range of weeds.


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Glyphosate remains approved for use in Great Britain until December, after ministers extended its authorisation to give regulators time to review new data.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Glyphosate caused a persistent increase in inflammatory markers in the brain and blood, even after the recovery period.

From Science Daily • Dec. 4, 2024

Glyphosate specifically has been linked to cancer, particularly non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.

From Salon • Oct. 12, 2023

Glyphosate was first introduced to the U.S. agricultural scene in the 1970s by Monsanto.

From Washington Times • Oct. 11, 2022

Glyphosate, the active ingredient in popular weedkiller Roundup, also is commonly used.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 17, 2020

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