etiolates

present tense third-person singular of etiolate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for etiolates
Verb
  • The rising intolerance that results erodes social cohesion, undermines support for democratic norms and weakens trust in institutions.
    Andrew Rojecki, The Conversation, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Blocking them causes disruption to the cells’ energy-generating mitochondria and leads to oxidative stress, which further weakens cancer.
    Hannah Millington, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Gently simmer until the garlic softens, about 20 minutes.
    Malaka Gharib, NPR, 25 Oct. 2025
  • The fabric is washing machine safe and softens with age.
    Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 23 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • That clogs the judicial system, wastes limited resources, and delays justice for those with legitimate grievances.
    Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Families are struggling with rising costs while City Hall wastes millions.
    Miami Herald Staff, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2025
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“Etiolates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/etiolates. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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