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 acid prevents cut apples from oxidizing and turning brown, while keeping sliced avocadoes or guacamole bright green.
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Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
But the interiors are more disciplined—materials used in the rebuild were meticulously chosen by architect Tomoyuki Sakakida of the Japanese design firm New Material Research Laboratory and meant to oxidize over time.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2026
Black Tea Black tea is more fully oxidized than other varieties, resulting in a softer taste and fewer nutrients.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 4 Mar. 2026
But only in specific cases and for copper and other metals that oxidize.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 4 Mar. 2026
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Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
But the interiors are more disciplined—materials used in the rebuild were meticulously chosen by architect Tomoyuki Sakakida of the Japanese design firm New Material Research Laboratory and meant to oxidize over time.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2026
Black Tea Black tea is more fully oxidized than other varieties, resulting in a softer taste and fewer nutrients.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 4 Mar. 2026
But only in specific cases and for copper and other metals that oxidize.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oxidize
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In November 2019, soil engineer Tim Neiligan, a former FBI chemist, began researching how bodies decompose in soil.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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These microorganisms will decompose the organic carbon chains and release the nutrients.—
Haniya Rae,
Martha Stewart,
5 May 2026
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Each piece is made of durable steel with a powder coating that won’t rust, fade, or corrode in the weather.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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The contents — roughly 10 reels — were in poor condition, with many warped, rusted or fused together.—
Ryan Brennan
April 20,
Miami Herald,
20 Apr. 2026
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Brian Levin, professor emeritus at Cal State San Bernardino and founder of the Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism, wondered if people would react differently if such actions were carried out at a more traditional house of worship — a Christian church, Jewish temple or Islamic mosque.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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On his YouTube show Monday, Smith described the chaos as guests scrambled to react without clear information.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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The debris – space rocks known as meteoroids – collides with Earth's atmosphere at high speed and disintegrates, creating fiery and colorful streaks in the sky, according to NASA.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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Indeed, with Iran’s refusal to end hostilities on unfavorable terms and willingness to fight to the end, alongside Israel’s belligerence and desire to disintegrate the Iranian state, risks of further escalation remain.—
Alexander Langlois,
Oc Register,
22 Apr. 2026
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Top issues for the West Valley include public safety, the homeless and a failing infrastructure (street lights out, crumbling sidewalks, etc).—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
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This would be perfect for elote (Mexican street corn) or to crumble on a plate of chilaquiles.—
Jolene Thym,
Mercury News,
4 May 2026
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Replace rusted hardware or hardware that's beginning to corrode.—
Sheila Kim,
The Spruce,
2 May 2026
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Regularly check the batteries inside your emergency kit to make sure they are still securely packed and have not corroded.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
1 May 2026
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“Oxidize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oxidize. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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