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
Unless the vehicle’s surface is badly dulled or oxidized, avoid using products that contain an abrasive compound.
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Jim Gorzelany, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
In tests of the Algerian gypsum, the team using the LIMS found evidence of fossil filaments of sulfur-oxidizing bacteria, sinilar to modern Beggiatoa and Thioploca.
—David Szondy, New Atlas, 26 Feb. 2025
Miso can oxidize over time; to help prevent this, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the miso paste before putting the lid on the container.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Feb. 2025
An unopened bottle of wine can last for years, but once uncorked and exposed to air, wine starts to oxidize and its deliciousness begins to fade.
—Annie Peterson, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Feb. 2025
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Jim Gorzelany, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
In tests of the Algerian gypsum, the team using the LIMS found evidence of fossil filaments of sulfur-oxidizing bacteria, sinilar to modern Beggiatoa and Thioploca.
—David Szondy, New Atlas, 26 Feb. 2025
Miso can oxidize over time; to help prevent this, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the miso paste before putting the lid on the container.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Feb. 2025
An unopened bottle of wine can last for years, but once uncorked and exposed to air, wine starts to oxidize and its deliciousness begins to fade.
—Annie Peterson, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oxidize
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Clogged Drains On the other hand, a smelly drain that gets frequent use may have a clog or decomposing matter in the pipes.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2025
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Over time, mulch materials break down and decompose.—
Maryal Miller Carter,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Humidity will rust metal, and the fluctuating conditions can split wood.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2025
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The same goes with cast-iron skillets, which can rust, and crystal, which can crack or grow cloudy.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
13 Apr. 2025
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Guglielmo Mangiapane | Reuters 'A man of the people': World leaders react to the death of Pope Francis Tributes and condolences poured in from around the world following news of the death of Pope Francis, who died on Monday at the age of 88.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2025
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Bowen Yang reacts to Aimee Lou Wood's 'SNL' criticism.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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The latest observations of the comet suggest the object, made of ancient rock, frozen gases and dust, has disintegrated on its way to a close approach of the sun, which was anticipated to occur on May 1.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
19 Apr. 2025
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Mike White slickly disintegrates American family and friend relations — using flashy prurience but no analysis.—
Armond White,
National Review,
9 Apr. 2025
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The pitching staff began to crumble beneath a lack of reliable depth.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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Both gentlemen were trying to win their first Green Jacket. DeChambeau crumbled while McIlroy had a rollercoaster kind of day, prevailing to win The Masters and complete the career grand slam.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Apr. 2025
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The dispute, which has deeply corroded the relationship between Mbappe and the club, appears destined to be settled by an employment tribunal.—
Tom Williams,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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Over time, some of the artifacts had corroded together to form a tangled mass, which researchers had to carefully extract.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Oxidize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oxidize. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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