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NTA

American

abbreviation

Chemistry, Pharmacology.

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.

Etymology

Origin of NTA

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

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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".

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2024

A year later, Garraway won a second NTA for her follow-up documentary, Caring For Derek.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2024

But that leaves 413 migrants — or 16% of the population — who haven’t been served an NTA, despite having been in the country for six months.

From Washington Times • Nov. 23, 2023

Without an NTA they are not yet in deportation proceedings.

From Washington Times • Oct. 2, 2023

The advertisement on NTA for Andrew Checking Out, which he had watched as a child, had given shape to his longings.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

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