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Plural
pollutions
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a change in water, air, etc. that makes it harmful or dangerous
- The pollution in the lake has made the water toxic to fish and plants.
- Air pollution from nearby factories made the city’s air quality dangerously low.
- Due to the severe pollution, many species of birds no longer visit the area.
- Oil spills are a form of pollution that significantly damage marine ecosystems.
- The pollution caused by plastic waste is a growing environmental crisis.
2
the introduction of harmful or unwanted substances into the environment, typically causing harm to ecosystems, human health, or the planet
- The factory was fined for the pollution of the nearby stream with toxic waste.
- Deforestation and the burning of fossil fuels contribute to the pollution of the atmosphere.
- Agricultural runoff leads to the pollution of nearby lakes, causing nutrient imbalances.
- Industrial emissions contribute to the pollution of the atmosphere, which harms human health.
- Pollution from cars contributes to poor air quality in urban areas.
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3
the condition or state in which something such as air, water, or land is polluted
- The city has been in a state of pollution for years due to poor waste management.
- The region’s pollution has led to poor air quality, making it difficult to breathe.
- The area remains in pollution, with residents avoiding outdoor activities because of the smog.
- Many tourists avoid visiting the city due to its pollution, particularly during the summer months.
- The forest is in a state of pollution, with waste and chemicals scattered across the ground.
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