as in provoking
to bring (something volatile or intense) into being
the various social and economic factors that fermented the major cultural change during the U.S. during the 1960s
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Recent Examples of fermenting
Sourdough Sourdough bread, known for its unique and tangy flavor, is made by fermenting lactic acid bacteria and yeast.
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Lindsey Desoto, Verywell Health, 2 Sep. 2025
Chef Vázquez blends regional flavors with global culinary techniques—fermenting vegetables inspired by Asian cuisine, enriching sauces using classic French methods, and incorporating bold Mexican influences.
—Jeryl Brunner, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Experimenting with chocolates By sequencing the DNA of fermenting cocoa beans from three Colombian farms, researchers discovered that the most flavorful chocolate came from beans hosting a distinct microbial community.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2025
No diffusers here–the tequila is made by cooking agave in ovens, fermenting in wooden vats, and distilling on copper pot stills, all without the use of additives.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 16 Aug. 2025
Try throwing fresh cabbage into coleslaw and salads, fermenting it with sugar and salt for classic German sauerkraut, boiling it for traditional Irish colcannon, or braising it until tender for a quick and easy side dish.
—Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Aug. 2025
Apple cider vinegar, or ACV, is made by fermenting apple juice, which gives it a unique sweet-tart flavor.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2025
Traditionally, pickles are made by lacto-fermenting cucumbers.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 5 Aug. 2025
Lindsey Desoto, Verywell Health, 2 Sep. 2025
Chef Vázquez blends regional flavors with global culinary techniques—fermenting vegetables inspired by Asian cuisine, enriching sauces using classic French methods, and incorporating bold Mexican influences.
—Jeryl Brunner, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Experimenting with chocolates By sequencing the DNA of fermenting cocoa beans from three Colombian farms, researchers discovered that the most flavorful chocolate came from beans hosting a distinct microbial community.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2025
No diffusers here–the tequila is made by cooking agave in ovens, fermenting in wooden vats, and distilling on copper pot stills, all without the use of additives.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 16 Aug. 2025
Try throwing fresh cabbage into coleslaw and salads, fermenting it with sugar and salt for classic German sauerkraut, boiling it for traditional Irish colcannon, or braising it until tender for a quick and easy side dish.
—Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Aug. 2025
Apple cider vinegar, or ACV, is made by fermenting apple juice, which gives it a unique sweet-tart flavor.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2025
Traditionally, pickles are made by lacto-fermenting cucumbers.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fermenting
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Chris Young’s Beyond Earth column explores the intersection of space technology and policy, providing thought-provoking commentary on the latest advancements and regulatory developments in the sector.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Sep. 2025
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Follow Scheffler for destination stories, travel trends and thought-provoking conversations from the world of travel.—
Daniel Scheffler,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Among them were countless era-defining releases that are still among the best movies ever made—of any genre—from the haunting Rebecca to the gripping Rear Window, and the ravishing Vertigo to the hair-raising Psycho.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
13 Sep. 2025
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There were times when raising kids, building careers, and paying bills felt overwhelming.—
Allen Buchanan,
Oc Register,
13 Sep. 2025
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However, the president’s criticism of mail-in ballots could risk disrupting the inroads Republicans made with voters last cycle, with the party spending millions promoting mail-in ballots ahead of the 2024 election.—
Hailey Bullis,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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It was created with the intention of promoting AI fluency and a future-ready, AI-confident workforce.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Featuring a spacious taproom and pleasant patio, Wildbloom Beer is a business of one, run by Devin Bush, who at 19 moved from Connecticut to the United Kingdom to study brewing and has been brewing and distilling for almost 20 years now.—
Em Sauter,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Anger has been brewing in the Himalayan nation for years about the country’s worsening youth unemployment and lack of economic opportunities, exacerbated by what many view as a growing disparity between the country’s elite and regular people.—
Sugam Pokharel,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
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An anonymous letter was mailed to local police and federal agencies, accusing individuals of gambling and triggering an investigation.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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The latest summit was in the works before Pope Francis died in April, triggering the process to elect his successor.—
Antonia Mortensen,
CNN Money,
13 Sep. 2025
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