1
as in bitterness
a harsh or sharp quality
the acridity of the stand-up's comic rant was a little unexpected
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2
as in severity
biting sharpness of feeling or expression
the acridity of the supervisor's reprimands was detrimental to morale in the department
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Noun
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There’s also an on-site bar/lounge serving wine, cocktails, and light bites, and a coffee shop and cafe located next door in the Salish Visitors Center.—
Elizabeth Brownfield,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025 -
There were 28 unprovoked shark bites in the U.S. last year, according to the Florida Museum of Natural History’s International Shark Attack File.—
Alexandra Faul,
ABC News,
19 June 2025
Noun
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Armor can reduce the severity of the hit and also affect how big the damage is.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Coupled with the severity of his illness, Kotton suspected a widespread parasitic infection.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
20 June 2025
Noun
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It’s built to last, thanks to a thick resin material that won’t rust, peel, or dent, and boasts a contemporary style with clean lines and smooth edges that’s easy to match other outdoor furniture and decor.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
27 June 2025
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To get started, consider the following first steps: • Deploy in geographically diverse edge and core regions to avoid over-concentration.—
Mark Mahle,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
Noun
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Fu also singled out Israel and called for efforts to bring an end to the hostilities.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
23 June 2025
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Recent Market Performance Since the start of the current Israel-Iran hostilities on June 13, the S&P 500 has been 1.2% lower.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2025
Noun
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The fruity notes were a perfect foil for the fresh, crunchy vegetables and savory cod, with the wine’s texture and acidity providing a refreshing finish to each bite.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Widespread in the Trapani region as well as throughout Agrigento and Palermo, Grillo is an aromatic white that has terrific acidity and excellent structure.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
23 June 2025
Noun
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The liver serves several vital functions, such as filtering blood, converting food into energy, eliminating wastes, and producing various substances like bile, proteins, and cholesterol.—
Jonathan Purtell,
Verywell Health,
13 June 2025
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According to the Mayo Clinic, the disease begins in the slender tubes that carry digestive bile and is associated with symptoms like abdominal pain, fatigue, fever and night sweats.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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“Acridity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acridity. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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