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Vocabulary Entry
poisoning
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The act of causing someone to become ill or die by administering a harmful substance.
Example Sentences
"The detective investigated the poisoning of the wealthy heir."
"Symptoms of poisoning can vary widely depending on the substance involved."
"The chef was accused of poisoning a rival to gain fame."
V
verb
To cause someone to become ill or die by administering a harmful substance.
Example Sentences
"The villain attempted to poison the king’s drink."
"She was afraid someone might try to poison her pets."
"The doctor warned that even small doses can poison innocent victims."