be contaminated

Frequency: 8.525.1 per million words

describes the state of being tainted or polluted

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Examples (10)

  • The water supply was contaminated with industrial chemicals.
  • Several food products were contaminated during the processing stage.
  • The soil is contaminated and requires immediate cleanup.
  • Blood samples became contaminated in the laboratory.
  • The entire batch was contaminated with bacteria.
  • Some areas of the city are still contaminated from the accident.
  • The meat was believed to be contaminated with salmonella.
  • Medical supplies were contaminated during transport.
  • The groundwater has been contaminated for decades.
  • Fresh produce can be contaminated if not handled properly.