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as in unfavorable
opposed to one's interests
all the adverse publicity really caused the movie star's popularity to suffer
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as in detrimental
causing or capable of causing harm
the adverse effects of the drug are too severe to allow it to be marketed
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Recent Examples of adverse
Despite the initial setbacks, the director believes timing couldn’t be better for a documentary with an uplifting message about facing adverse conditions with hope, humanity and a large dose of faith — whether spiritual or just belief in oneself.
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Denise Quan, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024
India would also worry about the adverse implications in the Indo-Pacific in such a scenario, including uncertainty about U.S commitments, greater Chinese assertiveness, and obstacles in the way of building a balancing coalition, particularly if regional powers seek to bandwagon with Beijing.
—Tanvi Madan, Foreign Affairs, 5 Dec. 2024
The use of beef tallow on skin could also result in adverse side effects like sensitivity or allergic reactions.
—Victoria Moorhouse, Allure, 3 Dec. 2024
By spreading investments across various asset classes, savers limit the adverse effects that can result when any single asset experiences a downturn.
—Aaron Cirksena, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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Denise Quan, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024
India would also worry about the adverse implications in the Indo-Pacific in such a scenario, including uncertainty about U.S commitments, greater Chinese assertiveness, and obstacles in the way of building a balancing coalition, particularly if regional powers seek to bandwagon with Beijing.
—Tanvi Madan, Foreign Affairs, 5 Dec. 2024
The use of beef tallow on skin could also result in adverse side effects like sensitivity or allergic reactions.
—Victoria Moorhouse, Allure, 3 Dec. 2024
By spreading investments across various asset classes, savers limit the adverse effects that can result when any single asset experiences a downturn.
—Aaron Cirksena, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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But Trump’s return, and pledge to end the war quickly, has fueled concern that an unfavorable truce might be forced on Ukraine.Lorne Cook, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
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But now, thanks to a glut of unfavorable conditions in the U.S. housing market, boomers face a new retirement problem: affordable and accessible homes in which to age.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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The types of deception, manipulation and impersonations that can be perpetuated are frightening: • Deepfake videos of CEOs directing employees to take action or share information that could be detrimental to companies and their customers.Perry Carpenter, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Heavy lead exposure has long been known to be detrimental to our health.Theara Coleman, theweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Revenues at Bottega Veneta totaled 1.6 billion euros in 2023 and the brand posted 4 percent organic growth in the first nine months of 2024, bucking the overall negative trend at Kering.WWD, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
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Protection Challenges: Children in crisis are particularly vulnerable to exploitation, abuse and neglect; in Syria, 85 percent of all households struggle to make ends meet, increasing their risks of turning to child labor and other negative coping mechanisms.Maryanne Murray Buechner, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Another growing problem is the use of harmful flame retardants in the plastic enclosures around batteries.Arlene Blum, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Additionally, the brand touts the product as being free from harmful chemicals, dyes, and synthetic fragrances, which earned it some extra brownie points.Casey Clark, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Dec. 2024
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In story mode, there are a few other people to find on the island, some of whom will be helpful and others hostile.Jason Bennett, arkansasonline.com, 15 Dec. 2024
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In June, a former employee sued Neuralink and accused it of hosting a discriminatory and hostile work environment, claiming that they had not been given proper protective gear while working with the monkeys.William Gavin, Quartz, 13 Dec. 2024
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For teenagers especially, these comments can be damaging to their self-esteem, and should be shut down.Wendy Wisner, Parents, 6 Dec. 2024
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The former Nickelodeon actress noted the pressure can feel unbearable, with even simple comments — like a family member remarking on her weight — being damaging.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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Road conditions could also be dangerous in the region.Tanya Wildt, Detroit Free Press, 13 Dec. 2024
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Being inconsistent with genocide allegations sets a dangerous precedent.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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If anything, the living conditions seemed to get worse.Chris Quintana, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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That's not a bad stat to have on your Challenge resumé.Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Adverse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adverse. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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