NTA

abbreviation

Chemistry, Pharmacology.

1. nitrilotriacetic acid: a white, crystalline solid, C 6 H 9 NO 6 , used in water softening, as a chelating agent, and as a replacement for phosphates in detergents and cleansers.

Word History and Origins

Origin of NTA¹

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

"We then found out he had been telling people he runs the NTA party," said Kate.

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The night's other big winners included ITV drama Mr Bates vs the Post Office, plus Ant and Dec, who extended their NTA winning streak to 23 years.

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NTA officials have denied allegations of paper leaks, but on Sunday, federal Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan admitted that “some irregularities” had come to light in certain exam centres.

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He said that no-one, including NTA officials, would be spared if irregularities were found.

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On Tuesday, India's top court issued a notice to the NTA, saying that even if there was "0.001% negligence on the part of anyone it should be thoroughly dealt with".

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