as in contamination
something that is or that makes impure
a filter to remove contaminants from the drinking water
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Looking for methods to limit our exposure to these contaminants, the Northwestern team turned to tea, testing the adsorption of different types, including black, green, and oolong teas, among others.
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Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 25 Feb. 2025
China's advancements in bamboo composites, like low-aldehyde/phenol adhesives and mild pyrolytic techniques to remove contaminants while maintaining its cellulose structure make bamboo a leading renewable material for construction, not only for its resilience but also for its sustainability.
—New Atlas, 18 Feb. 2025
To her surprise, the results showed almost no contaminants—aside from slight alkalinity and the presence of carbonate.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
First, a recent independent study tested Girl Scout Cookies for contaminants and claimed to have found traces of glyphosate and lead.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
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Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 25 Feb. 2025
China's advancements in bamboo composites, like low-aldehyde/phenol adhesives and mild pyrolytic techniques to remove contaminants while maintaining its cellulose structure make bamboo a leading renewable material for construction, not only for its resilience but also for its sustainability.
—New Atlas, 18 Feb. 2025
To her surprise, the results showed almost no contaminants—aside from slight alkalinity and the presence of carbonate.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
First, a recent independent study tested Girl Scout Cookies for contaminants and claimed to have found traces of glyphosate and lead.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
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“Contaminant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contaminant. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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