as in to decompose
to combine chemically with oxygen
Iron will oxidize if it is exposed to air and moisture.
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Recent Examples of oxidize
The wild child of skincare ingredients, vitamin C is water-soluble and oxidizes when it’s exposed to oxygen, light, and heat, making the product useless.
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Marie Lodi, Flow Space, 9 July 2025
While chloramine will oxidize relatively quickly in open air when exposed to light, brewers in cities that use chloramine often use chemical tablets to neutralize chloramine.
—Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 16 May 2025
Method 1: Using a Chlorine Solution Chlorine is a great cleaner to use for bathtub rings since the powerful chemical oxidizes the stain to life the soap scum.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 2 May 2025
Generally, iron filters work by using a filtering medium to catch and oxidize iron particles as the water flows through a filtration tank, making the water cleaner and better for both drinking and bathing.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2025
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Marie Lodi, Flow Space, 9 July 2025
While chloramine will oxidize relatively quickly in open air when exposed to light, brewers in cities that use chloramine often use chemical tablets to neutralize chloramine.
—Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 16 May 2025
Method 1: Using a Chlorine Solution Chlorine is a great cleaner to use for bathtub rings since the powerful chemical oxidizes the stain to life the soap scum.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 2 May 2025
Generally, iron filters work by using a filtering medium to catch and oxidize iron particles as the water flows through a filtration tank, making the water cleaner and better for both drinking and bathing.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oxidize
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His family confirmed his death to PEOPLE and in a social media statement on Saturday, Aug. 9, one day after a decomposing body was discovered near the area where the teenager was last seen.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
10 Aug. 2025
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However, the man’s face was badly decomposed and his identification by the city medical examiner is still pending.—
Rebecca White,
New York Daily News,
4 Aug. 2025
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The glass frame is supported by durable metal that is resistant to rust and corrosion and coated in a matte black finish.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
10 July 2025
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This route makes the most sense for fans that have rusted all over.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
29 July 2025
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For traders who react to events, recognizing these historical trends can offer an advantage, though the actual outcomes compared to consensus forecasts will be the main factor influencing actions.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Carano shared a statement reacting to the news with EW and on social media.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The flow ran off his bare chest and dripped down toward disintegrating shoes.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Aug. 2025
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The debris collides with Earth's atmosphere at high speed and disintegrates, creating fiery and colorful streaks in the sky.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
21 July 2025
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Then dice and mix into leafy green salads with ingredients like nuts, seeds, and crumbled feta for a colorful, nutritious twist.—
Lauren O'Connor,
Health,
5 Aug. 2025
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However, the film often crumbles under the weight of the ambitions.—
Sweta Kaushal,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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But failure to defend a member state would corrode the alliance’s credibility.—
Charles Kupchan,
Foreign Affairs,
20 June 2025
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Judicial deference has corroded the constitutional framework meant to hold our government accountable.—
Jon Riches,
Oc Register,
27 June 2025
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“Oxidize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oxidize. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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