pulping

Definition of pulpingnext
present participle of pulp
as in mashing
to cause to become a pulpy mass pulped three oranges to get their juice

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Recent Examples of pulping The proprietary alkaline pulping method used to produce its lyocell is cleaner and more efficient than traditional chemical approaches, lowering the environmental footprint from the start while improving production efficiency. Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 29 Dec. 2025
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Verb
  • In a bowl, combine softened butter with grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Italian seasoning, celery salt, and garlic paste (made by smashing garlic cloves with salt, then mincing it and mashing it with the side of your knife).
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
  • However, the election itself has a more lax timeline, so Kemp could wait to schedule it until September or even November, leaving District 13 without leadership and mashing the special election up with the normal midterm election for Scott’s seat.
    AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • For a club already facing relegation on the pitch, their own fans may have just dealt them the final, crushing blow.
    Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
  • For smaller prey, the attack may cause rapid death through crushing injuries or punctured organs.
    Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
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  • While progressive Democrats are pushing to tax billionaires and close corporate loopholes, Republicans are warning that squeezing job creators will severely damage Illinois’ economy.
    Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
  • Higher fuel costs are leading to inflation and squeezing household budgets, while industries from manufacturing to transport are facing rising operating costs and supply disruptions.
    Julhas Alam, Fortune, 11 May 2026

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“Pulping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pulping. Accessed 19 May. 2026.

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