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naled

American

[ney-led] / ˈneɪ lɛd /

noun

Chemistry.

a synthetic insecticide and miticide, C 4 H 7 Br 2 Cl 2 O 4 , having relatively low toxicity to mammals.

Etymology

Origin of naled

First recorded in 1960–65; generic name of uncertain origin

Example Sentences

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Garcia’s announcement on Friday follows a rift between his administration and the CDC, which angered local government officials by sending a shipment of naled to the U.S. territory this week without notifying them.

From Washington Times • Jul. 22, 2016

“We regret that the shipment of naled arrived in Puerto Rico without appropriate levels of awareness,” the agency said.

From Washington Times • Jul. 22, 2016

The CDC said it respected the governor’s decision to not use naled.

From Washington Times • Jul. 22, 2016

“This illness is not a joke,” said Rius, who originally recommended spraying with naled but later withdrew her support.

From Washington Times • Jul. 22, 2016

She came to recognize the slight prickling on her skin that sig- naled he was nearby.

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo

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