as in poisonous
containing or contaminated with a substance capable of injuring or killing a living thing
a venomous arrow
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Recent Examples of venomous
At least one of the snakes that became loose was a small, highly venomous viper.
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Charna Flam, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
These predators - who are also prey to many animals, including sharks - are equipped with venomous barbs on their tails, used defensively against potential threats.
—Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
Danny Amendola attacked his venomous Argentine tango with passion and the judges applauded his improvement.
—Calie Schepp, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
While they have been known to bite, the bites are not toxic or venomous and do not lead to the spread of diseases, per WebMD.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 17 Oct. 2024
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Charna Flam, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
These predators - who are also prey to many animals, including sharks - are equipped with venomous barbs on their tails, used defensively against potential threats.
—Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
Danny Amendola attacked his venomous Argentine tango with passion and the judges applauded his improvement.
—Calie Schepp, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
While they have been known to bite, the bites are not toxic or venomous and do not lead to the spread of diseases, per WebMD.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 17 Oct. 2024
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“Venomous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/venomous. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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