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venomous

[ven-uh-muhs] / ˈvɛn ə məs /


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Duchamp’s seeming disinterest often revealed itself to be something far more venomous, as when he fantasized about a nihilistic readymade: “Use a Rembrandt as an ironing board.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Now, an international team of scientists has discovered that one of the region's most mysterious venomous snakes is not a single species after all.

From Science Daily • May 26, 2026

Adriano, at his peak, was a phenomenal forward - skilful and powerful with a venomous strike, racking up 48 caps and 27 goals for Brazil.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

About 8,000 people are bitten by venomous snakes annually, and only around five of the people who are bitten typically die, according to the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

“I expected him to have more control over what he was doing,” Hemme said, shooting a venomous look at me.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss




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