as in contamination
something that is or that makes impure
a filter to remove contaminants from the drinking water
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Recent Examples of contaminant
That testing not only helps ensure bioavailability and efficacy, but also tests for purity, potency, and contaminants.
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Brianna Peters, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
But, more concerning, Watts residents and school district officials fear these contaminants may be migrating with groundwater, posing a risk to neighboring Jordan High School and Jordan Downs housing complex.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Questions remain about how to distinguish contaminants caused by a fire from those already present in the home from things such as fireplaces.
—Tony Saavedra, Daily News, 5 Mar. 2026
If accidentally ingested, contaminants such as glass could cause dental damage, laceration of the mouth or throat, laceration or perforation of the intestine, and other serious injuries.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 4 Mar. 2026
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Brianna Peters, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
But, more concerning, Watts residents and school district officials fear these contaminants may be migrating with groundwater, posing a risk to neighboring Jordan High School and Jordan Downs housing complex.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Questions remain about how to distinguish contaminants caused by a fire from those already present in the home from things such as fireplaces.
—Tony Saavedra, Daily News, 5 Mar. 2026
If accidentally ingested, contaminants such as glass could cause dental damage, laceration of the mouth or throat, laceration or perforation of the intestine, and other serious injuries.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contaminant
Noun
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The investigation is continuing to determine the source of contamination and whether additional products are linked to illnesses.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Once opened, air exposure and cross-contamination from utensils can introduce moisture and bacteria, shortening their shelf life.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Three-quarters of Americans want the government to regulate carbon dioxide as a pollutant.—
Fran Silverman,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2026
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These long cylinders of glacial ice packed with layers of dust, pollutants, and smoke are frozen time capsules that scientists can use to recreate past environmental conditions.—
Nidhi Sharma,
Popular Science,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Contaminant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contaminant. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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