as in crude
being such as found in nature and not altered by processing or refining
untreated wool
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Recent Examples of untreated
This is underscored with this pair of twin-set pave fringe drop earrings crafted in 18k and 22k yellow gold adorned with about 13 carats of natural and untreated fancy-colored diamonds.
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Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
If left untreated, this can cause tooth loss and permanently damage underlying bone.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 29 May 2025
During a visit to the river in April, U.S. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin pledged to work with Mexico on a solution to halt the flow of untreated sewage in the river.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2025
Consequences of medical gaslighting In addition to the physical toll of untreated pain, medical gaslighting can take a psychological toll.
—Elizabeth Hintz, CNN Money, 26 May 2025
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Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
If left untreated, this can cause tooth loss and permanently damage underlying bone.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 29 May 2025
During a visit to the river in April, U.S. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin pledged to work with Mexico on a solution to halt the flow of untreated sewage in the river.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2025
Consequences of medical gaslighting In addition to the physical toll of untreated pain, medical gaslighting can take a psychological toll.
—Elizabeth Hintz, CNN Money, 26 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for untreated
Adjective
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The government’s finances are highly sensitive to fluctuations in crude prices, with oil and gas earnings making up around 30% of federal revenues in 2024, according Heli Simola, senior economist at the Bank of Finland.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
6 June 2025
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Oil producers’ group OPEC+ decided to up its production levels despite weak crude prices, in what is being seen as a bid to hold on to its market share in a tough economic environment.—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Although a few are just straight-up garbage and trash, most of the more than 80 identified by residents appear to be some form of unprocessed mulch.—
Susanne Rust,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2025
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The drink looked and, honestly, tasted like frozen pesto—and after two spins on my Vitamix’s ‘Smoothie’ setting, there were still chunks of spinach and avocado left unprocessed in my glass.—
Betty Gold Kider,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
9 June 2025
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Researchers suggest that often, their natural need for connection with their parents renders the golden child powerless to choose their well-being over the relationship.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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The stunning natural phenomenon, formally known as aurora borealis, is expected to be visible over some northern-tier and upper Midwest states, according to the NOAA.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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Practice food safety, especially when preparing raw meat, poultry, and seafood.13 Avoid eating around animals or kissing pets.—
Janelle McSwiggin,
Health,
6 June 2025
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The company imports raw ingredients, packaging materials and some finished products into the U.S. from China.—
Aishwarya Venugopal,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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Trump’s political adviser and former White House aide Steve Bannon suggested the president should deport Musk back to his native South Africa.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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Volunteer in a California state park or join the local chapter of California Native Plant Society project to eradicate invasive plants and preserve native habitats.—
Nan Sterman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2025
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“Untreated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/untreated. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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