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
Add the oil in a steady stream, whisking to emulsify.
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Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 2 July 2025
With the blender motor running, slowly stream in the neutral oil until fully emulsified.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2025
Whisk White Balsamic Vinaigrette In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, olive oil, and flaky sea salt; whisk until emulsified.
—Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 May 2025
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Massari also recommends emulsifying the cheese and pasta water below 60 degrees Celsius (140 degrees Fahrenheit), which is in line with the new study’s findings on temperature.
—Francesca Giuliani Hoffman, CNN Money, 9 May 2025
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Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 2 July 2025
With the blender motor running, slowly stream in the neutral oil until fully emulsified.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 June 2025
Whisk White Balsamic Vinaigrette In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, olive oil, and flaky sea salt; whisk until emulsified.
—Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 May 2025
Related article 7 simple secrets to eating the Mediterranean way
Massari also recommends emulsifying the cheese and pasta water below 60 degrees Celsius (140 degrees Fahrenheit), which is in line with the new study’s findings on temperature.
—Francesca Giuliani Hoffman, CNN Money, 9 May 2025
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Once a 19th-century military outpost, Fort Robinson now combines historic sites with miles of hiking and horseback trails.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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By combining co-creation, creator signals, and data systems, the company has built an engine for capturing information at scale and acting on it faster than rivals.—
Jamie Gutfreund,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Maximalists can lean into bold, dramatic hues, while those who prefer subtlety can opt for earthy neutrals that blend seamlessly with their kitchen decor.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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By blending internal talent with flexible external expertise, companies can punch above their weight without bloating headcount.—
Richard Ricks,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Ladd McConkey added six catches for 74 yards.—
Jesse Newell,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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After a major measles resurgence began in 1989, scientists moved to add a second dose of the MMR vaccine to bolster protection—but the American Academy of Pediatrics and the CDC’s vaccine-advisory panel disagreed on the optimal time to administer it.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Emulsify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emulsify. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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