Examples of spoilage in a Sentence
The milk should be refrigerated to prevent spoilage.
in the days before refrigeration, spoilage was a constant problem
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Change the water daily and check for signs of mold or spoilage.
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Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Mar. 2025
Unusual smell and off-putting consistency – Indicating premature spoilage despite proper storage.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
Avoid washing until ready to use to avoid excess moisture, which could cause spoilage.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2025
Before eating, check for any signs of spoilage such as a foul odor or slimy texture.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Mar. 2025
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Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Mar. 2025
Unusual smell and off-putting consistency – Indicating premature spoilage despite proper storage.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
Avoid washing until ready to use to avoid excess moisture, which could cause spoilage.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2025
Before eating, check for any signs of spoilage such as a foul odor or slimy texture.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Mar. 2025
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“Spoilage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spoilage. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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spoilage
noun
spoil·age
ˈspȯi-lij 
: the action of spoiling or the condition of being spoiled
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