as in contaminant
something that is or that makes impure
swimming in the lake is banned until the contamination is identified and neutralized
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Recent Examples of contamination
This could include, but is not limited to, major vermin contamination.
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Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
june 26,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
The machine also remained stable deep into the compression process, while researchers observed no significant contamination from the lithium liner during stable operation.
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Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
25 June 2026
The contamination, according to the organization, is often caused by sewage overflows, waste from large-scale farming, and urban runoff.
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Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
25 June 2026
Traveler’s diarrhea from the contamination of water Traveler’s diarrhea is the most common illness tied to unsafe water.
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Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
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Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
june 26,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
The machine also remained stable deep into the compression process, while researchers observed no significant contamination from the lithium liner during stable operation.
—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
25 June 2026
The contamination, according to the organization, is often caused by sewage overflows, waste from large-scale farming, and urban runoff.
—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
25 June 2026
Traveler’s diarrhea from the contamination of water Traveler’s diarrhea is the most common illness tied to unsafe water.
—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for contamination
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contamination
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Seventy-five chemicals and four chemical groups (microplastics, pharmaceuticals, PFAS chemicals, and disinfection byproducts) were listed on the 2026 contaminant list.
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Hazardous materials crews also responded because of concerns that water used to fight the fire could carry chemicals and other contaminants into nearby storm drains.
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As whole house fans and swamp coolers can suck additional pollutants inside, the department recommends using air purifiers or air conditioners as alternatives when possible.
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The material can power reactions such as oxidizing organic molecules, potentially degrading pollutants, sterilizing surfaces, or enabling photocatalytic chemistry to continue later in the dark.
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“Contamination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contamination. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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