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Recent Examples of nonpoisonous
Advocates say there are ways around the issue by carefully sourcing nonpoisonous trees that are grown organically and not sprayed with fire retardant.
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Charles Passy, WSJ, 27 Dec. 2020
This will give them a chance to exercise this innate behavior with a safe source of nonpoisonous plant life.
—David Shultz, Science | AAAS, 8 Aug. 2019
Charles Passy, WSJ, 27 Dec. 2020
This will give them a chance to exercise this innate behavior with a safe source of nonpoisonous plant life.
—David Shultz, Science | AAAS, 8 Aug. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonpoisonous
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Cowles has also tried intercropping, planting other species, such as asparagus, in between the trees, to improve resistance to disease, and enriching the soil with nontoxic minerals like calcium.—
Angela Eichhorst,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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Even nontoxic scents, derived from essential oils, can cause skin reactions in very sensitive users, so opt for a fragrance-free deodorant if that applies to you.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Regardless of the type, rye bread can be a nutritious option, but that's especially so when it’s made from whole-grain rye.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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In fact, some of the most nutritious and budget-friendly vegetables your family eats every week actually perform better with less sunlight.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Apr. 2026
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Some foods are nutritional powerhouses that leave the others in their dust.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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The healthy fats in the avocado also help your body better absorb the fat-soluble vitamin A and antioxidants present in the mango, maximizing the nutritional impact of every bite.—
Lauren Manaker,
SELF,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Nonpoisonous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonpoisonous. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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