condenses

present tense third-person singular of condense
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as in compresses
to become smaller in size or volume through the drawing together of particles of matter over time the once-fluffy material in the pillow had condensed into a lumpy wad

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Recent Examples of condenses As the plume rises, the water vapor cools and condenses into tiny cloud droplets, forming a cloud directly above the fire. Yunyao Li, The Conversation, 30 July 2026 Following the revision of ICOM’s definition of a museum, which faced controversy for not including terms such as decolonization, restitution, and repatriation, the new code condenses the eight principles of the 2004 code into five. News Desk, Artforum, 13 July 2026 Prioritise, which uses AI to surface your most important notifications first, and Summarise, which condenses long chat threads into a quick summary without opening the app. Janhoi McGregor, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026 Belmont says the facility would generate enough heat to raise nighttime temperatures by eight to 12 degrees, irrevocably shifting the dew point, the temperature at which water condenses. Mary Jane Gibson, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2026 Cold water from depths of up to about 3,280 feet then condenses the vapor back into liquid, allowing the cycle to repeat and generate electricity continuously. Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 23 Apr. 2026 Refrigerator coils are full of hot refrigerant that condenses into liquid, releasing heat into your kitchen. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026 As that air rises, cools, and condenses, heavy rain can drop in a compact zone while nearby air remains dry. Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026 Due to extra off days in April, the Yankees will begin the season with a four-man starting staff but plan to re-incorporate Gil in the rotation once the schedule condenses. Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for condenses
Verb
  • This is the step where the barista compresses the ground coffee within the portafilter to create a dense puck.
    Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2026
  • An in-house leader who has owned the function throughout the hold period maintains the documentation, positions and compliance history that compresses the diligence timeline and protects valuation.
    Shawn Cole, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Verb
  • That not only squeezes consumers' budgets, but also hits businesses hard, especially those which are heavily dependent on fuel.
    ABC News, ABC News, 23 July 2026
  • That not only squeezes consumers’ budgets, but also hits businesses hard, especially those that are heavily dependent on fuel.
    Matt Ott, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026
Verb
  • Supporting our employees reduces burnout, improves retention, strengthens decision-making and helps ensure exceptional service for Washington County residents.
    Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 5 Aug. 2026
  • For silent navigation, the Logitech Silent Wireless Mouse reduces click sounds by over 90% without sacrificing tactile feel.
    Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • This is most evident in Sport mode, where the car almost shrinks in size.
    Howard Walker, Robb Report, 29 July 2026
  • The department shrinks, and eventually it is forced to close.
    Matthew Scogin, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Verb
  • Under a contract with Konza Health, the new system automatically extracts emergency room records covering more than 10,000 diagnostic conditions.
    Mike Stunson, USA Today, 28 July 2026
  • Space startup Interlune revealed a new technology that extracts 99% pure helium-3 from standard Grade A helium.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 21 July 2026
Verb
  • This stress response constricts blood vessels and accelerates heart rate, which can contribute to blood pressure spikes.
    Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 11 June 2026
  • The coldness of the water constricts arteries, requiring the heart to work harder than normal to function.
    Saleen Martin, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • This keeps the area sanitized and removes any mold or allergens that can become a problem if they’re left untouched.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Pair them with the Corn Boats so your cob doesn't roll away; the incredibly handy Corn Stripper, which removes kernels from the cob in one smooth, easy motion; and the Corn Brush, which removes stubborn corn silk easily.
    ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • This allows the mixture to reduce to a thicker consistency and concentrates the flavor.
    Torie Cox, Southern Living, 27 July 2026
  • Ownership concentrates among people who actively want the shares, and each funding round sends another public signal that demand remains strong.
    Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026

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