Banned pesticide Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. an insecticide that is also toxic to animals and humans; banned in the United States since 1972

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

PESTICIDE (noun)
1. a chemical used to kill pests (as rodents or insects)
BANNED (adjective)
1. forbidden by law

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