highly toxic

Frequency: 8.220.3 per million words

Indicates a very high level of toxicity, common in scientific or formal contexts.

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  • This industrial solvent is highly toxic if ingested, so handle with care.
  • Exposure to that gas can be highly toxic, even in small amounts.
  • Many old pesticides were highly toxic to both pests and humans.
  • The lab must dispose of all highly toxic substances responsibly.
  • Some wild mushrooms are highly toxic and can be fatal if consumed.
  • The venom of the blue-ringed octopus is highly toxic and has no known antidote.
  • Lead is a highly toxic heavy metal pollutant that can cause severe health problems.
  • Warning: This product contains ingredients that are highly toxic to pets.
  • The factory's emissions were found to be highly toxic to aquatic life in the river.
  • An antidote is required immediately for this highly toxic poison, as time is critical.