1
as in to offset
to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective
a pro-government rally that is intended to neutralize the antiwar demonstrations
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2
as in to assassinate
to put to death deliberately
orders to find the renegade colonel and to neutralize him
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Recent Examples of neutralize
The supporting cast is populated with adenosine, olives, argan oil, and more ingredients that contribute to its redness-neutralizing, wrinkle-smoothing, and suppleness-enhancing benefits.
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Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 8 Jan. 2026
Milk contains calcium, protein (casein), and fats that can bind to or neutralize certain nutrients and medications.
—Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 7 Jan. 2026
Of all of Rodríguez’s potential rivals, Cabello is seen as the most dangerous — and far harder to neutralize, sources told the Miami Herald.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
Miami will need to find a way to neutralize him.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
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Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 8 Jan. 2026
Milk contains calcium, protein (casein), and fats that can bind to or neutralize certain nutrients and medications.
—Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 7 Jan. 2026
Of all of Rodríguez’s potential rivals, Cabello is seen as the most dangerous — and far harder to neutralize, sources told the Miami Herald.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
Miami will need to find a way to neutralize him.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for neutralize
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Monday evening, city leaders approved a $940,000 subsidy to offset the development fees that would otherwise need to be paid by the developer of the project, which would be the home to a new indoor professional soccer league.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
6 Jan. 2026
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Its bright pink floral pattern is offset with crisp white that looks fresh and breezy, and the rayon and nylon material is breathable enough for wear in the spring or summer.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
6 Jan. 2026
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An elite Iranian military unit plotted to assassinate the Israeli ambassador to Mexico, according to a US official familiar with the matter.—
Oren Liebermann,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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The film, which won the top documentary prize at the Seattle International Film Festival, takes a fascinating look at Sara Jane Moore, the suburban housewife who bizarrely tried to assassinate President Ford in San Francisco in September 1975.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
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This story has been updated to correct the number of missiles Ukraine’s Air Force said Russia fired Thursday night.—
Kosta Gak,
CNN Money,
9 Jan. 2026
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In its October earnings conference call, Puma CEO Arthur Hoeld ticked off a list of things Puma needs to correct.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Perez, a 63-year-old transient man, was convicted of the child murders from 1992 through 2001 throughout Central and Northern California, the Yolo County District Attorney’s Office announced in a news release.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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Black was initially charged with attempting to murder him but a judge reduced that charge to assault after the preliminary hearing.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
6 Jan. 2026
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Monday is a chance to slay some of their infamous medal round demons.—
Corey Pronman,
New York Times,
5 Jan. 2026
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Stranger Things slayed at helping revive Eighties culture and music throughout its run, especially with its song choices.—
Tomás Mier,
Rolling Stone,
5 Jan. 2026
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Now, Braddy's case is back in court, with a jury once again weighing whether he should be executed.—
Nicole Acosta,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Rodarte, while executing a search warrant at an Olivehurst home the morning of March 26, was killed by a single gunshot, which authorities said was fired by Rick David Oliver.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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Most of the strikes occur in the summer, killing 20 people each year, according to the NWS.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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Four people were killed over a four-day period in crashes on Arkansas highways, according to preliminary Arkansas State Police reports.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Neutralize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/neutralize. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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