as in to decompose
to combine chemically with oxygen
Iron will oxidize if it is exposed to air and moisture.
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Recent Examples of oxidize
As the wine pulls through the spout, the wine opens up and slightly oxidizes.
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Andrew Watman, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Once opened however, old Vintage Port oxidizes quickly, part of its charm.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Additionally, keeping them in the dark prevents sunlight from oxidizing the fragrance and wax.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Nov. 2024
Antioxidants like anthocyanins and vitamin C can protect your body against harmful molecules of free radicals by oxidizing them.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 22 Oct. 2024
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Andrew Watman, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Once opened however, old Vintage Port oxidizes quickly, part of its charm.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Additionally, keeping them in the dark prevents sunlight from oxidizing the fragrance and wax.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Nov. 2024
Antioxidants like anthocyanins and vitamin C can protect your body against harmful molecules of free radicals by oxidizing them.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 22 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oxidize
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Several days later, the WinCo manager noticed a foul smell and called repairmen, who started removing bricks from a column outside the store and discovered a decomposing body.—
Keri Blakinger,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Jan. 2025
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The Shrouds David Cronenberg’s body horror flick stars Vincent Cassel as Karsh, a businessman overwhelmed with grief at the death of his wife who builds a device — a high-tech shroud — to watch her body decompose in real-time.—
Etan Vlessing,
The Hollywood Reporter,
8 Jan. 2025
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Biden shut down all wall construction after taking office in 2021, leaving billions of dollars worth of 18- and 30-foot steel beams rusting away at construction sites up and down the border.—
Anna Giaritelli,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
18 Jan. 2025
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If kept outside, animal beds will absorb moisture and create mold and mildew, while food and water dishes can rust and stain.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2025
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Traffic to McDonald’s restaurants across the U.S. fell as consumers reacted to the headlines, although analysts expect the company to report that trend reversed later in the quarter.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
28 Jan. 2025
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Selena Gomez slammed a Republican politician who said she should be deported after sharing an emotional video appearing to react to President Donald Trump's recent immigration crackdown earlier this week.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
28 Jan. 2025
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Other groups disintegrated amid more prosaic conflicts over priorities and egos.—
Charles Homans,
New York Times,
19 Jan. 2025
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This time, the ship disintegrated and reentered the atmosphere at dusk, with impeccable lighting conditions accentuating the debris cloud's appearance.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
17 Jan. 2025
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The village is small and dense, lined with crumbling structures and the exploded remains of cars.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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Yakumo will use his unique fighting styles to defeat the Divine Dragon Order that’s turned Tokyo into a dystopian, crumbling mess.—
Ash Parrish,
The Verge,
23 Jan. 2025
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The recall was precipitated by rear shock absorbers that may corrode and fail, resulting in a detachment that could cause a road hazard.—
James Powel,
USA TODAY,
27 Jan. 2025
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These divisive tactics weaken our economy and corrode the moral fiber of our nation.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Oxidize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oxidize. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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