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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While some condiments last for months or even years before opening, after opening, exposure to air, moisture, and contaminated utensils can speed up spoilage.
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Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
In addition to unpleasant flavors, how your flour smells or looks can indicate spoilage.
—Hannah Lee Leidy, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Mar. 2026
There are several key differences between harmless browning and actual spoilage to look for when assessing your avocado.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 9 Mar. 2026
When certain fresh foods are stored close together, ethylene can speed up the ripening—and spoilage—process.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Mar. 2026
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Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026
In addition to unpleasant flavors, how your flour smells or looks can indicate spoilage.
—Hannah Lee Leidy, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Mar. 2026
There are several key differences between harmless browning and actual spoilage to look for when assessing your avocado.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 9 Mar. 2026
When certain fresh foods are stored close together, ethylene can speed up the ripening—and spoilage—process.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Mar. 2026
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“Spoilage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spoilage. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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spoilage
noun
spoil·age
ˈspȯi-lij 
: the action of spoiling or the condition of being spoiled
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