as in to gel
to turn from a liquid into a substance resembling jelly
biomedical applications for substances that gelate in water
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The offensive line began to gel and the team started to give rookie running back Woody Marks a majority of carries.—
Ted Nguyen,
New York Times,
2 Jan. 2026 -
These jams may also contain gelling agents for a firmer set.—
Francesca Giuliani Hoffman,
CNN Money,
17 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Applying too late leaves plants vulnerable to freezing temperatures.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
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These cuts mean reducing supply budgets in most departments, delaying the purchase of new math curriculum and Chromebooks, freezing hiring for nonclassroom positions and canceling contract agreements that will not disrupt operations.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Starches swell with heat and water, gelatinizing to give dough its airy lift.—
Sanjay Srivastava,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Salt dries into white rings, while melting snow can cause uneven water stains that stiffen leather, dull suede, and discolor fabric.—
Katie Cloyd,
Martha Stewart,
6 Jan. 2026
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Cream of tartar or 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice can be used to help the meringue stiffen.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Dec. 2025
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Do not use warm or hot water since this can actually cause the blood to coagulate.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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Researchers tasted the first trials of ant yogurt, where the milk had begun to coagulate and acidify, which are signs of early yogurt fermentation.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Gelate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gelate. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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