as in contaminant
something that is or that makes impure
filtered the pollutants out of the water
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For example, soil runoff from a storm could introduce new germs or pollutants into the area.
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Bill Sullivan, The Conversation, 27 Jan. 2025
In addition to an air purifier, an efficient vacuum can keep pollutants and dust particles at a minimum.
—Anna Haines, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Plus, bringing plants into your home offers benefits beyond adding a touch of green to your decor; research has shown that the presence of plants reduces stress, boosts productivity, and improves air quality by removing pollutants such as carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and ammonia from the air.
—Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
Specifically designed to shield your skin from environmental stressors like pollutants and free radicals—culprits behind premature aging, dullness, and inflammation—this toner does more than refresh.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 19 Jan. 2025
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Bill Sullivan, The Conversation, 27 Jan. 2025
In addition to an air purifier, an efficient vacuum can keep pollutants and dust particles at a minimum.
—Anna Haines, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Plus, bringing plants into your home offers benefits beyond adding a touch of green to your decor; research has shown that the presence of plants reduces stress, boosts productivity, and improves air quality by removing pollutants such as carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and ammonia from the air.
—Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
Specifically designed to shield your skin from environmental stressors like pollutants and free radicals—culprits behind premature aging, dullness, and inflammation—this toner does more than refresh.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 19 Jan. 2025
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“Pollutant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pollutant. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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