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pasteurize

verb

Definition of pasteurizenext
as in to distill

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Recent Examples of pasteurize Repairs Muscle Tissue Protein has become an obsession for many Americans, and pasteurized cow's milk meets the moment. — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 3 May 2026 When milk is not pasteurized, any bacteria present can remain in the final product. — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026 The recall was initiated because the cottage cheese was not fully pasteurized per state regulatory standards. — Molly Burford, Southern Living, 2 Mar. 2026 Both experts recommended sticking only to high-quality fresh or pasteurized eggs and enjoying Italian coffee in moderation. — Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 27 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pasteurize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pasteurize
  1. distill
  2. purify
  3. clean
  4. decontaminate
  5. leach
  6. filter
  7. refine
  8. purge
Verb
  • The other new release is Series X, a blend of three different mashbills distilled from 2008 to 2017 which were blended together by Stirsman and bottled at 107 proof.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026
  • But what sets him apart is the sheer breadth of those roots and his gift for distilling them into his own expression.
    — Billboard Japan, Billboard, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of distill
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  • Instead of sugar or salt, this scalp scrub counts on apricot seed to exfoliate and menthol to purify.
    — Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 14 Sep. 2026
  • There are many easy and cost-effective ways to purify water, such as boiling, filtration and treating with chemical disinfectants.
    — Elaine Reno, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of purify
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  • An original European chandelier, once in the dining room, has been meticulously cleaned and preserved.
    — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Sullivan began her chores, which included cleaning the home’s windows.
    — Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of clean
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  • The protocol provides details on decontaminating clothing and equipment after caving.
    — Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Those exhibiting suspicious symptoms had samples taken and sent to a laboratory for analysis, the ministry said on Saturday, adding that the vessel was also decontaminated.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of decontaminate
Verb
  • The chemicals can then leach into groundwater and have been linked to cancer and other health problems.
    — Austin Fast, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Because the site itself was previously used as a laboratory for a company researching seeds for agriculture, chemicals were used that could leach into the ground and damage nearby creeks and streams, the county said in court documents.
    — Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of leach
Verb
  • Putting medications down a sink or toilet deposits them directly into wastewater, where they will likely not be filtered out.
    — Sunny Linnebur, The Conversation, 18 Sep. 2026
  • To filter a movie about the origins of a zombie/monster epidemic through the point of view of a hapless outsider is an amusing, if rather one-note, concept.
    — Alison Willmore, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of filter
Verb
  • Pantoja said Van has changed since December, highlighting the fight against Taira and noting the champion has refined aspects of his fighting style.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The combination of technology was developed to deliver an exceptionally soft and comfortable ride, while the overall construction was carefully refined to create a premium experience from the moment runners step into the shoe.
    — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of refine
Verb
  • Reality says the dead cap money ($182 million) this franchise is taking on after purging the roster keeps Miami from being competitive in the first half of the season.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 8 Sep. 2026
  • The top 10 percent of the entire military chain of command has been purged.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of purge

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“Pasteurize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pasteurize. Accessed 21 Sep. 2026.

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