critically

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The EPA review "critically evaluates the pesticide's label to ensure that the label contains all warnings necessary to protect human health," the majority said.

From Barron's • Jun. 25, 2026

Oil traders reacted to encouraging signs that the world might avoid hitting a critically low level of crude supplies.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 22, 2026

Kids under the age of 10 with a high amount of daily screen time face significant developmental repercussions like irritability, a lack of executive functioning, poor sleep, and, critically, poor social and emotional competence.

From Salon • Jun. 21, 2026

Officers are cautioned: “The size and speed of an animal can increase the potential of a missed shot and possibility of an officer or bystander being critically injured by a bullet.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2026

I was shocked to see that Kevin’s body was placed in the ICU with five other critically ill patients, even though he was dead!

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