as in to combine
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to mix liquids together to form an emulsion
Emulsify the oil and vinegar by whisking them together.
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Recent Examples of emulsify
Rice extract, rice bran extract, purslane extract, adenosine Best For: Discoloration, brightening
How to Use: Shake well to emulsify the formulas, then dispense onto a cotton pad (or into your hands) and pat it into your skin.
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Deanna Pai, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2025
Save at least a cup while draining the pasta to use if needed when making pasta as this emulsifies the sauce.
—Oc Register, 17 Aug. 2025
The dressing is the foundation of the salad and starts with anchovy paste, Dijon mustard, garlic, lime juice, black pepper and shavings of Parmesan cheese, which are folded in; then an egg yolk to emulsify, and some Worcestershire sauce and olive oil.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 19 June 2025
Bring to a boil, whisking constantly until emulsified, and remove from heat.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2025
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Deanna Pai, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2025
Save at least a cup while draining the pasta to use if needed when making pasta as this emulsifies the sauce.
—Oc Register, 17 Aug. 2025
The dressing is the foundation of the salad and starts with anchovy paste, Dijon mustard, garlic, lime juice, black pepper and shavings of Parmesan cheese, which are folded in; then an egg yolk to emulsify, and some Worcestershire sauce and olive oil.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 19 June 2025
Bring to a boil, whisking constantly until emulsified, and remove from heat.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emulsify
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Relative to the starting pitcher market, his contract -- he is owed $28 million combined over the next two seasons with a club option for 2028 -- is reasonable.—
Shaun McAvoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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Their approach combines scientific innovation with environmental responsibility, positioning perovskite/silicon TSCs as a cornerstone for future clean energy systems, provided the industry can meet both performance and sustainability benchmarks.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Nov. 2025
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Where Creativity Meets Curation Crisp’s approach blends artistic ambition with editorial curation.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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The Frosty Fusions blend the sauces available for Swirls with mix-in toppings.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
10 Nov. 2025
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Last month, rapidly-growing 7 Brew Coffee opened its 500th location, adding a stand in New Jersey.—
John Magsam,
Arkansas Online,
8 Nov. 2025
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Nikola Jovic and Simone Fontecchio each scored 10, and Davion Mitchell added five rebounds, five assists and three steals.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Emulsify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emulsify. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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