toxic effect
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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“The major toxic effect is coming from these bacterial toxins that we are seeing in the dust,” Lo said.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 6, 2024
A recent outbreak of lead poisoning from cinnamon in applesauce has drawn attention to the toxic effect the heavy metal can have on children.
From New York Times • Feb. 27, 2024
Meanwhile, studies of wildfire ash focused on freshwater ecosystems, where the overwhelming amount of debris often has a toxic effect.
From Science Daily • Nov. 30, 2023
The Office for National Statistics found six people died from the "toxic effect of ingested plants" in 2016..
From BBC • Jul. 10, 2023
He was also convinced that mercury in most fillings has a toxic effect on the body.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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