remain toxic

Frequency: 5.53.4 per million words

To continue to be poisonous.

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  • The contaminated soil will remain toxic for decades.
  • Even after treatment, some industrial waste can remain toxic to the environment.
  • Scientists are studying how long these chemicals remain toxic in the ecosystem.
  • It's crucial to dispose of these substances properly, as they can remain toxic indefinitely.
  • Despite being diluted, the solution still seemed to remain toxic when tested.
  • The old paint chips were found to remain toxic due to their high lead content.
  • Certain heavy metals can remain toxic in the human body for many years.
  • Without proper containment, the spilled material could remain toxic and spread into groundwater.
  • The government assured the public that the area would not remain toxic after the extensive cleanup operation.
  • Some pesticides are specifically designed to remain toxic on crops for an extended period to protect against pests.