gases 1 of 2

variants also gasses
plural of gas

gases

2 of 2

verb

variants or gasses
present tense third-person singular of gas

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of gases
Noun
The areas facing the sun heat up fastest, and if there is a weaker area on the surface of the comet, sublimated gases under the surface can burst through — causing these sun-facing jets. Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 24 Oct. 2025 When completed, Smiths will be down to two businesses — John Crane, a supplier of mechanical seals and filtration products, and Flex-Tek, which supplies components that heat and move fluids and gases. Ian King, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025 These safety devices are designed to identify leaks of flammable gases, such as methane, propane, or butane—all of which are naturally odorless. Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025 The coating means the garment absorbs CO2 and harmful gasses and converts it into fresh air. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Oct. 2025 As Halley approaches the sun every 76 years, gasses vaporize off the surface and give the comet its distinctive tail. Dean Regas, Cincinnati Enquirer, 17 Oct. 2025 The research team also highlighted the Allam-Fetvedt Cycle that requires high-purity oxygen separated from air, which is mostly nitrogen and trace amounts of other gases. Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2025 When combined with machine-learning algorithms, these sensors can learn to recognize patterns from several gases at once, rather than detecting just one chemical at a time – much like how a human nose can tell different smells apart. Bohong Zhang, The Conversation, 10 Oct. 2025 The most recent, issued July 30, alleged that the refinery failed to properly control the burning of excess gases at a piece of equipment related to its Isomax unit, which uses hydrogen, heat and pressure to break down heavier oils into lighter fuels like jet fuel. Calmatters, Mercury News, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gases
Noun
  • Playing this character is one of the great delights of my career.
    Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Read on to shop our picks for the best stocking stuffers and mini delights for this holiday season—including sweet treats, cold-weather accessories, and charming knickknacks.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 15 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Brie Larson chats about her new cookbook with Courtney McBroom Party People at Better Homes & Garden's Red Plaid Café in New York City.
    Lex Goldstein, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
  • One of the three new global ambassadors for BOSS Bottled Beyond, Maluma chats behind-the-scenes of shooting the new campaign with Bradley Cooper and Vinicius Júnior.
    Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • This explosive strengthening is happening more often as the world warms due to fossil fuel pollution.
    Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Your carrots, beets, turnips, parsnips, and rutabagas will be fine through a light frost, and may keep growing if the weather warms.
    Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Experts and travel blogs often highlight Anguilla as a remote, exclusive escape free of shopping malls, cruise ships and high-rises where travelers can soak up crystal-clear waters, white sand beaches and fresh seafood feasts.
    Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Over five days, people take part in festive gatherings, fireworks displays, feasts and prayer.
    Deepa Bharath, Twin Cities, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The officer calmly and sweetly talks to the dog, calling to Moose to get the canine to come closer.
    Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups talks Wednesday night with Deni Avdija.
    Tom Winter, NBC news, 23 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The bacon cheeseburger, with plenty of thick-cut bacon, suits us just fine.
    Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
  • For both, the calm companionship of senior dogs suits their life perfectly.
    Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Younger customers have been gravitating toward chewy, sweet treats – sales of sour candy, for example, grew 7% year over year, according to the National Confectioners Association.
    Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 26 Oct. 2025
  • Then from March 20 through June 7, 2026, the annual Duffy and Friends Play Days will return, complete with adorable treats, merchandise, shows, and more.
    Megan duBois, USA Today, 25 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The cooler chills contents down to -4 degrees Fahrenheit, so there is no need for ice!
    Nora Colomer may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2024

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