infixing

present participle of infix
1
as in etching
to produce a vivid impression of a puzzling detail that had been infixed in the detective's mind for over a decade

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  • Evidence of this residue can be seen as water spots or etching glass surfaces, clean laundry that feels stiff and scratchy, and toilet bowl rings that trap bacteria.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 23 June 2026
  • Using computer simulations, the research team found that pre-treating Molybdenum disulfide with oxygen or fluorine significantly improves control during the etching process.
    Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 21 June 2026
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  • Instead, strive for a layered effect, planting low-growing flowers and foliage at the edge of the bed and the dahlias in the center.
    Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2026
  • Also, aim to create year-round appeal by planting about a third to half evergreens with the rest deciduous shrubs and perennials.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 20 June 2026
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  • Each guest takes home a 50ml spray bottle of their creation, with optional bottle engraving available.
    Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2026
  • Since Europeans considered literacy a crucial marker of civilization, the engraving highlights English hopes that Indigenous Americans could rapidly embrace the colonists’ culture.
    Peter C. Mancall, The Conversation, 25 May 2026
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  • Doing so will reduce the risk of mosquitoes breeding in the blooms.
    Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 23 June 2026
  • Services will range from individual wellness and sick-patient examinations to routine herd healthcare, breeding soundness exams, pregnancy examinations, on-farm consultations, lameness evaluations and certificates of veterinary inspection, A-State said.
    arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 21 June 2026
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  • Within the next year, Samsung will begin embedding Google Gemini directly into Bespoke AI refrigerators, microwaves, and ranges.
    Jill Kargman, Architectural Digest, 16 June 2026
  • First, designing from circularity and embedding regeneration as a core standard for material design while mandating traceability.
    Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 15 June 2026
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“Infixing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/infixing. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.

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