nonhazardous

adjective

Definition of nonhazardousnext
as in harmless

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Recent Examples of nonhazardous That envelope, which was taken to a FBI laboratory for forensic testing, also contained a powdery white substance that was later identified as nonhazardous. — Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 19 Sep. 2024 The Pollution Control and Ecology Commission in April granted a 12-acre expansion for nonhazardous, sanitary construction and demolition debris. — Alex Golden, Axios, 2 Aug. 2024 Another two containers containing nonhazardous materials fell overboard the ship, according to Gautier. — Lia Russell, Baltimore Sun, 28 Mar. 2024 The New York Police Department determined that the powder in the envelopes sent to Bragg was nonhazardous. — Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 19 June 2023 See All Example Sentences for nonhazardous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonhazardous
  1. harmless
  2. safe
  3. innocuous
  4. nonthreatening
  5. innocent
  6. unthreatening
  7. beneficial
Adjective
  • Allergens are normally harmless substances (often proteins) that can trigger the immune system to produce an allergic reaction in some people.1 Common indoor allergens include dust mites, mold, pollen, insects, rodents, and pet dander.
    — Nancy LeBrun, Verywell Health, 17 Mar. 2025
  • But is what seems like a harmless habit inhibiting you from doing your best work?
    — Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of harmless
Adjective
  • Waiting until fall to sow grass offers a simpler and safer solution.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Wildlife experts stress that influencers and tourists - like everyone else - should do their best to appreciate nature from a safe distance and carefully research ethical ways to visit and volunteer with animals up close.
    — Rachel Treisman, NPR, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of safe
Adjective
  • These seemingly innocuous actions can kindle dry grass, potentially triggering a wildfire.
    — KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT, Kansas City Star, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Entertainment reporters behind velvet ropes would ask frisky if innocuous questions of the movie’s stars, Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot.
    — Chris Lee, Vulture, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of innocuous
Adjective
  • Her previous recipes have included homemade marmalade, ratatouille, pasta from scratch, and tzatziki dip, which all sound lovely and nonthreatening.
    — Li Goldstein, Bon Appétit, 31 Mar. 2023
  • Talk over your concerns with your boss in a nonthreatening and professional way.
    — Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2022
Definition of nonthreatening
Adjective
  • In the final moments of last week’s episode, Hector Ayala, aka the hero White Tiger, was found innocent in his trial against the NYPD then shot and killed on the street by an unknown murderer.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Man Who Killed Meredith Kercher, Amanda Knox's Roommate in Italy, Is Freed from Prison Still, despite being declared innocent and freed, Knox says she was never allowed to fully live her life again.
    — Gillian Telling, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of innocent
Adjective
  • While two players got the night off in a win versus a relatively unthreatening Chicago team, Hynes’ message was aimed at everyone putting on a red and green sweater.
    — Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 31 Jan. 2025
  • At the same time, Angelou is routinely reduced to an unthreatening avatar of inspirational platitudes, her work often overlooked by academics and critics even as her most quotable quips circulate endlessly.
    — TIME, TIME, 28 Jan. 2025
Definition of unthreatening
Adjective
  • And apparently, the 39-year-old’s presence has been beneficial, rubbing off on Bridges.
    — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Hanging over the family and the franchise is the lawsuit filed by Peter Seidler’s widow, Sheel Seidler, who is the beneficial owner of the trust’s stake in the Padres.
    — Kevin Acee, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of beneficial

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“Nonhazardous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonhazardous. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.

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