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
  • Among them, a large waterfront hotel in the city of Macuto, which has been reduced to rubble.
    Helen Regan, CNN Money, 25 June 2026
  • That matters because decades of research link heavy social media use to anxiety, lower self-esteem and reduced well-being.
    Ashley Hass, The Conversation, 24 June 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
  • The pool is being cleaned twice annually, with 10 to 15 large truckloads of debris removed at each cleaning, the National Park Service reports.
    Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 23 June 2026
  • Berlin’s authorities are currently advising people to ensure clothes are thoroughly cleaned after every park visit and to keep windows and doors closed when possible.
    Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 23 June 2026
Verb
  • While many assumed the jewelry designer had a hand in designing her engagement ring, Meyer clarified in the comments that the proposal — and the ring — were all Ogunlesi's doing.
    Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026
  • ChristianaCare officials clarified he was not fired before the alleged shooting.
    Raymond Strickland, CBS News, 22 June 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 29 Jun. 2026.

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