as in outcomes
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
the exodus from the cities was an unexpected precipitate of the automobile, which effectively shrank distances
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as in rains
to fall as water in a continuous stream of drops from the clouds
the air mass was dry, as much of the moisture had precipitated out on the other side of the mountains
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Recent Examples of precipitates
Scott K. Johnson,
ArsTechnica,
15 May 2026
The polyester precipitates from the solvent upon cooling, and can likewise be reused.
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New Atlas,
26 Nov. 2025
ArsTechnica,
28 May 2026
The hydrogen sulfide reacts with the iron content of the egg yolk, which precipitates into iron sulfide, a green-colored mineral.
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Taylor Tobin,
Southern Living,
2 Apr. 2026
The introduction of Allen Klein [the notorious business manager whom Lennon advocated to take over the Beatles' affairs] precipitates the band’s crumbling.
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Joe Hagan,
Vanity Fair,
26 Feb. 2026
But what precipitates an AI winter is some definitive evidence this hype cannot be met.
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Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
Acid can be used to leach elements like calcium out, then a chemical or energetic process precipitates that calcium as calcium hydroxide.
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Scott K. Johnson,
ArsTechnica,
15 May 2026
The polyester precipitates from the solvent upon cooling, and can likewise be reused.
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New Atlas,
26 Nov. 2025
Verb
Again, an ammonium fluoride solution is one of the starting materials; the silicon dioxide simply precipitates out of this solution.
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ArsTechnica,
28 May 2026
The hydrogen sulfide reacts with the iron content of the egg yolk, which precipitates into iron sulfide, a green-colored mineral.
—
Taylor Tobin,
Southern Living,
2 Apr. 2026
The introduction of Allen Klein [the notorious business manager whom Lennon advocated to take over the Beatles' affairs] precipitates the band’s crumbling.
—
Joe Hagan,
Vanity Fair,
26 Feb. 2026
But what precipitates an AI winter is some definitive evidence this hype cannot be met.
—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for precipitates
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As campaigns begin taking shape for the midterm elections in November, the outcomes in the New York primaries are likely to remain part of a larger national debate over the future direction of the Democratic Party.
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The project explored whether public sentiment signals from X (formerly Twitter), Reddit, and Google News aligned with sports performance outcomes.
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As God rains down sulfur and fire to destroy Sodom and Gomorrah, Lot’s wife glances back and turns into a pillar of salt.
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Rain like it almost never rains in the desert around Las Vegas.
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The consequences extend beyond provider burnout and administrative cost.
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Backers like the California Chamber of Commerce say those changes would expedite public projects, though environmental groups warn of the environmental consequences of limiting CEQA’s oversight of new infrastructure.
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In the low-elevation deserts of Eastern California, the sun sits high in the sky during late June and pours energy into the ground for much of the day.
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As the Judgment of Paris turns 50, winemaker Kristy Melton opens Freemark Abbey’s archives, pours historic bottles and reflects on what nearly 140 years of unbroken Napa history still has to say.
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The tool, developed by independent AI engineer Luke Geel, analyzes past results and players’ activity—from posture to blink rate—spotting connections that might be imperceptible to the average viewer but visible to top pros.
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Tesla’s results – which came in above expectations – indicate the company may be recovering after two straight years of annual sales drops and the removal EV tax credits in the US, which has lowered the incentive for prospective American buyers.
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In The Scenario, reporter Kirbie Johnson takes readers behind the scenes of the buzziest movies and TV shows to reveal how the best wigs, special-effects makeup, and more are created.
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New Jersey Transit warned Friday morning that rail service is subject to delays of up to 30 minutes and select train cancellations due to the effects of extreme heat on equipment.
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As her business has expanded, her products are now available at Terrain, Joan’s on Third and the MoMA Design Store in addition to her website.
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Check out more of my favorite beauty products from this year below.
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“Precipitates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/precipitates. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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