How to Use acidity in a Sentence

acidity

noun
  • Rich and fleshy, this chardonnay has enough racy acidity to keep it together.
    Dave McIntyre, Washington Post, 9 June 2022
  • Lower acidity may take strain off the kidneys, which work to remove extra acid in the blood via urine.
    Becky Upham, EverydayHealth.com, 14 Aug. 2024
  • According to a expert, pine needle mulch is good for garden soil but does nothing to the acidity.
    Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2024
  • Others have made a greater effort to balance sweetness with lively acidity or to make dryer wines.
    New York Times, 24 June 2022
  • It’s supple, not soft and amorphous, shaped by acidity and beautiful fruit flavors.
    New York Times, 21 July 2022
  • Rising acidity of the oceans is affecting some marine organisms that build shells.
    Mark Thiessen, Anchorage Daily News, 25 May 2022
  • The wine is packed with peach, chamomile and Strawberry Starburst fruit chew flavors, all backed by ample acidity.
    Michael Alberty | For The Oregonian/oregonlive, oregonlive, 23 June 2022
  • The mouthfeel is full of energy and gifted with stamina and zesty spice with mouthwatering acidity and a lengthy finish.
    Sunset Magazine, 16 May 2022
  • The sweet spot between the two acidity levels can result in purple flowers, and occasionally plants will sport all three colors at once.
    Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 29 June 2022
  • Very good concentration, subdued wood notes, good acidity and round, elegant tannins.
    Tom Hyland, Forbes, 15 July 2022
  • There’s nothing quite like the earthy, umami acidity of Chinkiang black vinegar, which hails from the Chinese city of Zhenjiang.
    Mackenzie Chung Fegan, Bon Appétit, 13 July 2022
  • In soils with stronger acidity (about pH 5.0 to 5.5), aluminum is more available for root uptake and the plant can produce blue flowers.
    Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 29 June 2022
  • Resin Coated The globes are painted with resin, which seals, binds, and protects the surface against wear and tear, including the acidity and oil of human hands.
    Tom Weijand, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2024
  • Anderson Valley Pinot Noir is known for its savory character, bright acidity and snappy red and dark fruit.
    Lettie Teague, WSJ, 19 May 2022
  • Crafted from the Cortese grape, Gavi epitomizes elegance with its crisp acidity and delicate green apple, lemon, and mineral flavors.
    Johnny Noakes, Hartford Courant, 15 July 2024
  • The acid cuts through the fat and salt; the fat and salt balances the acidity.
    Susan Stapleton, USA TODAY, 10 July 2024
  • The finish is round with a touch of crisp acidity in the post palate.
    Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 18 Mar. 2023
  • Racy acidity balances the wine and readies the palate for the next bite.
    Dallas News, 24 Oct. 2022
  • At the same time, the acidity that gives wine its tartness falls.
    Ian Mount, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2022
  • The acidity contrasts the fattiness of the ham and broth, and brings the whole dish to life after a long braise.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2023
  • Stir in a pinch of sugar to correct the acidity of the tomato puree.
    Janelle Davis, CNN, 30 Oct. 2022
  • Fresh lime juice: For a hint of acidity to cut through the richness of the bacon and chowder.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2023
  • This reduces the acidity of the compound to a safe level.
    The Salt Lake Tribune, 16 Aug. 2023
  • The tannins are velvety, and the finish goes on and on before a bright splash of acidity at the very end.
    Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2024
  • Sherry wine: An aged, dry white wine that adds acidity to cut through the richness of the soup.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2023
  • Have a soil acidity test made and adjust the pH if needed.
    Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2023
  • Check the soil acidity of all home lawns; adjust the pH if needed.
    Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2023
  • A touch of acidity added just at the end can help brighten and round out the flavors of this classic dish.
    Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 26 Mar. 2024
  • The acidity bathes the red fruit flavors and the tannins are firm, yet still supple.
    Tom Mullen, Forbes, 31 July 2022
  • Most recipes ask you to add wine to a dish to lend some level of acidity, not sweetness.
    Ashley Martens, Redbook, 5 Apr. 2023

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