decocted

past tense of decoct

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for decocted
Verb
  • This is essentially the Philippines’ lambanog, tuba distilled, with a high alcohol proof and a bite like rustic sugarcane alcohol.
    Daniel Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026
  • The 25-year-old was distilled in 1999 on a column still, also by Edwards, and these barrels were monitored by his successor, Allen Smith, and then Branker.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 24 June 2026
Verb
  • But that doesn’t matter because that’s been purified.
    Bart Jansen, USA Today, 23 June 2026
  • She was hooked up to a hemodialysis machine where her blood flowed out of her body to be purified and was then transferred back into her body where it was reabsorbed.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 1 June 2026
Verb
  • Data indicates declining trust in managers and reduced interest in leadership among younger generations.
    Cindy Rodriguez Constable, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Each union agreed to slightly different terms for how long the leave programs are in place and by how much salaries were reduced.
    William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
Verb
  • Using X-ray diffraction data, the atomic positions and displacement parameters are further refined and then iterated till parameters and quantum energy converge.
    Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 26 June 2026
  • Generations of artisans have refined the skills needed to forge, polish and assemble knives.
    Lea Lane, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
Verb
  • At various points during his interview with Sobchak, Dugin called the sport of surfing evil and said that its practitioners should be purged.
    Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 6 June 2026
  • Burgum purged the department of roughly 13,000 staffers last year and announced efforts to reduce its workforce by even more in April.
    Joseph Konig, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
Verb
  • Heavy spills or splatters should always be cleaned right away.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 27 June 2026
  • Tahoe officials have been vigilant, ensuring all boats are cleaned, drained and dry before launching into Lake Tahoe.
    Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 26 June 2026
Verb
  • Days later, Taylor clarified their relationship without naming Paulson.
    Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 1 July 2026
  • Vinton County Prosecutor William Archer clarified that the suspects are not originally from Vinton County.
    Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026
Verb
  • Once your makeup is removed and your face is cleansed, add a hydrating cream like the All About Eyes Lightweight Eye Cream, then use the De-Puffing Eye Roller in the morning to awaken and brighten your eyes for the day.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 June 2026
  • Allen cleansed himself in the process.
    Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 4 May 2026
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“Decocted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decocted. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

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