1
as in dilute
not containing very much of some important element
to clean the bird feeder, soak it in a solution of diluted bleach
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as in polluted
containing foreign or lower-grade substances
a diluted solution of sulfuric acid
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as in thinned
to alter (something) for the worse with the addition of foreign or lower-grade substances
the pharmacist was convicted of diluting prescription drugs in order to increase profits
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Recent Examples of diluted
Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
Spritz Apple Cider Vinegar Spraying a diluted solution of apple cider vinegar and water along areas where fleas have been seen can help deter them in the future.
—Emily Hayes, Martha Stewart, 9 June 2026
Duncan White, New York Times, 15 June 2026
And given the vast, existing economic heft of this year’s hosts — the US, Canada, and Mexico together represent about 30% of global GDP — any effect will be diluted further.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 11 June 2026
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Adjective
Wipe them down with mild soap and water, diluted bleach, or an all-purpose cleaner.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
Spritz Apple Cider Vinegar Spraying a diluted solution of apple cider vinegar and water along areas where fleas have been seen can help deter them in the future.
—Emily Hayes, Martha Stewart, 9 June 2026
Verb
Inevitably this raised the question of whether the expansion of this tournament from 32 to 48 teams has diluted the quality too much.
—Duncan White, New York Times, 15 June 2026
And given the vast, existing economic heft of this year’s hosts — the US, Canada, and Mexico together represent about 30% of global GDP — any effect will be diluted further.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diluted
Adjective
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But dwarf galaxies are smaller and colder, with more dilute and slower-moving matter.—
Paul M. Sutter,
Scientific American,
6 May 2026
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Second, a dilute hydrochloric acid is used to dissolve the remaining lithium and the transition metals—nickel, cobalt, and manganese.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Oct. 2025
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There, Marlon must cross the polluted waters of the festering Guanabara Bay in search of a former commander turned messianic cult leader to stop the spread of their paramilitary group.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
16 June 2026
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Although everyone breathes polluted air, children, elderly, and historically disadvantaged communities are hurt the most.—
Chris Hartmann,
New York Daily News,
16 June 2026
Verb
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As collectors thinned out late in the afternoon, I was told by dealers more than once to come back later in the hopes that deals would close soon.—
Devorah Lauter,
ARTnews.com,
16 June 2026
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The Office for Civil Rights, which has been thinned by mass layoffs, investigates complaints of discrimination at the nation’s schools and universities.—
Annie Ma,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 June 2026
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Tree was recognizable for his bright fashion, mullet haircut with prominent bangs, thin mustache and encouraging outlook.—
Dennis Romero,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
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People can become infected by breathing in that contaminated air or touching the contaminated surface and then touching your eyes, nose or mouth.—
Paris Barraza,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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No method is completely foolproof, so avoiding contaminated water remains the safest strategy.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
Verb
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After failing to score with the bases loaded in the third, the Angels pulled away with four runs in the sixth.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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The threat to state insurance supervision is therefore loaded but not fired, and anyone telling you the states have already lost, or already won, is getting ahead of the facts.—
Dara-Abasi Ita,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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Many with mixed backgrounds switched allegiances when turning senior, following their heart – or their ambition.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
19 June 2026
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For many Haitian fans, there were mixed emotions in a country that has long had a soft spot for Brazil’s soccer team.—
David Brandt,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Verb
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The current unrest first erupted in May after Paz cut long-standing fuel subsidies to shrink the deficit.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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Some analysts expect Apple could benefit as manufacturers of Android devices cut specs or raise prices.—
Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
19 June 2026
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“Diluted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diluted. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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