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as in acid
causing or characterized by the one of the four basic taste sensations that is produced chiefly by acids
the acidic flavor of lemon goes nicely with broiled fish
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as in sarcastic
marked by the use of wit that is intended to cause hurt feelings
her often acidic reviews have ruffled more than a few toques in the restaurant kitchens of New York
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Recent Examples of acidic
Byproducts include acidic wastewater, heavy metals, and radioactive elements like thorium and uranium.
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Charlie Campbell, Time, 21 Apr. 2026
Biochar has a relatively high pH and can be used to neutralize overly acidic soils.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2026
Also, apple cider vinegar is highly acidic, so it's typically consumed as a recipe ingredient—in small amounts.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026
The acidic nature of coffee can be a source of discomfort for people with acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
—Christina Manian, Health, 16 Apr. 2026
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Charlie Campbell, Time, 21 Apr. 2026
Biochar has a relatively high pH and can be used to neutralize overly acidic soils.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2026
Also, apple cider vinegar is highly acidic, so it's typically consumed as a recipe ingredient—in small amounts.
—Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 18 Apr. 2026
The acidic nature of coffee can be a source of discomfort for people with acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
—Christina Manian, Health, 16 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for acidic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for acidic
Adjective
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If choosing wines, focus on bright, higher-acid white wines that cut through the mouth-coating fattiness of cheese.—
Anna Lee Iijima,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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This summery salad is a lesson in salt, fat, acid, and heat.—
Maggie Meyer Glisan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2026
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Middle of Nowhere’s Kacey is witty, a bit sarcastic, alternately ecstatic and frustrated but always ready to entertain.—
Molly Mary O’Brien,
Pitchfork,
1 May 2026
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According to a live feed from The New York Times, within minutes of the third day starting, Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers had to reproach Musk, instructing him to stop being sarcastic and evasive.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
30 Apr. 2026
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That’s why the refund boost isn’t likely to improve voters’ sour mood, said Daniel Bunn in Barron’s.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
30 Apr. 2026
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My favorite is the lime and fig soba, with its sweet and sour notes and light broth.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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Advertisement How the shooting unfolded The WHCA dinner is an annual event for White House staff and the press, typically featuring comedy and a satirical speech from the president.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
26 Apr. 2026
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Now, the 67-year-old is taking on Broadway in The Balusters, a satirical comedy written by David Lindsay-Abaire and directed by Kenny Leon.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
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Against the backdrop of prison watchtowers and barbed wire, the day in Joliet featured three hours’ worth of pregame festivities, including 15 food trucks serving delicacies as quintessential as hot dogs and as unique as gourmet pasta in garlic bread cones.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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In the 20th century, some of the biggest names in comedy may be remembered more for their warm, inviting jokes than their more barbed satire, but the likes of Bob Hope and Johnny Carson had plenty to say about politics.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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At the core of the story is the certainty that revenge, while occasionally satisfying on a gut level, is corrosive to the soul and not, in fact, a reliable way to meet lifelong pals.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Apr. 2026
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His monologue about my family isn’t comedy- his words are corrosive and deepens the political sickness within America.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
27 Apr. 2026
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But The Last Five Years’ framework as a caustic duet means that the choice of Cathy can’t be taken lightly.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
20 Apr. 2026
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In part, that’s because both actors are delivering impeccable work, balancing their caustic comic chemistry with course, unbridled vulnerability.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Acidic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acidic. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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