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
Start with a dry face, massage it in to loosen things up, then apply water to emulsify, and reach for a washcloth to get rid of any excess.
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Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 19 Feb. 2026
Softened butter is also crucial for making smooth frostings, as cold butter will not emulsify properly and will lead to clumpy results (this is true of cake batters, too).
—Molly Allen, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2026
The mayo adds fat and helps emulsify the eggs, resulting in a creamier texture once cooked, according to the outlet.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 1 Feb. 2026
Cook, stirring often, until butter is melted and emulsified, about 2 minutes.
—Hana Asbrink, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
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Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 19 Feb. 2026
Softened butter is also crucial for making smooth frostings, as cold butter will not emulsify properly and will lead to clumpy results (this is true of cake batters, too).
—Molly Allen, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2026
The mayo adds fat and helps emulsify the eggs, resulting in a creamier texture once cooked, according to the outlet.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 1 Feb. 2026
Cook, stirring often, until butter is melted and emulsified, about 2 minutes.
—Hana Asbrink, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
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In the regular season, Pannek, Taylor Heise, Grace Zumwinkle, Kendall Coyne Schofield and Britta Curl-Salemme combined for 65 goals — more than Toronto, New York and Seattle scored all season.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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For balanced nutrition, combining both, like sprinkling almonds on oatmeal, offers the best of both worlds.—
Brianna Tobritzhofer,
Health,
12 May 2026
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Known for blending athleticism with entertainment, the game will include one of the biggest performances the league has ever seen, bringing together all six teams, along with its signature on-field showmanship from first pitch to final out.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
12 May 2026
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The result is a travel category that blends science, culture and slow tourism.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
12 May 2026
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That, along with the angle of his arm—his arm slot, in baseball terms—adds another layer of deception.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
17 May 2026
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Asked about those concerns, Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff, D-Norwalk, said the legislation is needed, adding the bill outlines helpful and harmful AI applications simultaneously.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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“Emulsify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emulsify. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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