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Collocations for contamination - noun

ADJ.

massive, serious, widespread | cross-
Chopping boards can be a source of cross-contamination.
environmental, food | bacterial, radioactive

QUANT.

level
There is already a high level of environmental contamination.

VERB + CONTAMINATION

avoid, prevent | reduce

PREP.

~ by
Always keep food covered to prevent contamination by flies.
~ from
There is a danger of serious contamination from radioactive waste.
~ with
Wash everything thoroughly to avoid contamination with bacteria.

PHRASES

a source of contamination

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