How to Use citric acid in a Sentence

citric acid

noun

• First thing’s first: hypochlorous acid is a weak acid (a chemistry term for acid with a low pH level—think citric acid) with strong antimicrobial properties.
  — Myranda Mondry, Allure, 4 July 2024
• Note that the citric acid in some of these bath bombs is considered safe for the skin.
  — Dallas News, 18 Jan. 2023
• Adding lemon or lime to your water is a great way to get the extra citric acid.
  — Marcos Del Rosario-Santiago, baltimoresun.com, 11 July 2019
• The aloe vera and citric acid in this stuff dig out dirt, oil, and product buildup.
  — Cristina Montemayor, Men's Health, 23 Nov. 2022
• The sugar feeds the plant, the bleach helps to kill bacteria, and the citric acid balances the PH level of the water.
  — Nikhita Mahtani, House Beautiful, 3 Apr. 2019
• Add 1/2 tsp citric acid or 2 Tbsp lemon juice to each hot quart jar.
  — Meghann Foye, Redbook, 16 Aug. 2013
• In a small bowl, whisk together the salt, citric acid, and black pepper.
  — Saveur Editors, Saveur, 21 Dec. 2023
• Never add anything except lemon juice or citric acid and salt to the jar.
  — Cathy Barrow, Washington Post, 26 Aug. 2020
• Remove the pan from the heat and carefully stir in the baking soda, Kool-Aid, and citric acid.
  — John Kennedy, Popular Science, 3 Nov. 2020
• First, the hydrangea secretes still more acid into the soil — in the form of citric acid, which binds to the aluminum to form aluminum citrate.
  — Tom Avril, Philly.com, 26 June 2018
• Lactic and citric acids remove dead skin cells, while aloe soothes.
  — Christina Heiser, NBC News, 25 July 2019
• This is done by adding a small amount of acid (typically citric acid).
  — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 16 Nov. 2022
• The citric acid of the lemon juice reacts with the baking soda to release carbon dioxide gas, fizz, and foam.
  — Rachelle Doorley, Parents, 16 Aug. 2023
• The mineral buildup will come out along with the citric acid solution.
  — Sandra Gutierrez G., Popular Science, 5 Nov. 2020
• For strawberry puree, in the bowl of a large food processor combine the 2 lb. strawberries and the citric acid.
  — Omar Tate, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2024
• Add ¼ teaspoon of citric acid or one tablespoon of bottled lemon juice to each jar.
  — Rachel Feltman, Popular Science, 13 Oct. 2020
• Add 1/2 teaspoon citric acid or 2 tablespoons lemon juice to each quart jar.
  — Cathy Barrow, Washington Post, 26 Aug. 2020
• Lime Juice: Lime juice has a tarter edge than lemon, with a malic acid zing (like green apples) in addition to the classic lemon’s citric acid.
  — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2023
• It’s made with biodegradable citric acid and no harsh chemicals.
  — Anna Kasper, Rolling Stone, 25 June 2024
• Takis are more pure chili and lime — the Cheetos obviously have a cheese component, which goes fine with the citric acid tang.
  — Lucas Kwan Peterson, latimes.com, 2 July 2019
• The orange oil and citric acid will kill bacteria and remove stains like coffee or tea.
  — Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY, 23 Aug. 2022
• Repeat with ½ cup cornstarch, 1/2 cup Epsom salt and ½ cup citric acid.
  — Kris Coronado, Washington Post, 26 Nov. 2019
• Sandia’s use of citric acid would be a tremendous breakthrough on the processing end.
  — Jim Vinoski, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2021
• Helicopter squads spray citric acid, which kills frogs by burning their skin.
  — Eleanor Cummins, Popular Science, 15 Jan. 2020
• However, the missing detail is that the citric acid in the orange peel will also etch away the enamel slowly.
  — Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY, 23 Aug. 2022
• Common AHAs in face scrubs are lactic acid, citric acid, and mandelic acid.
  — Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 31 Mar. 2022
• Whisk citric acid and remaining 1 cup sugar in a medium bowl.
  — Bon Appetit, 17 Oct. 2017
• In addition, Dyson recommends deep-cleaning the unit with citric acid, which adds a bit of extra cost.
  — Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2024
• Spicy and fruity, these gummies are coated in a combination of sugar, tan, and citric acid.
  — Atticus McKittrick, Discover Magazine, 19 Oct. 2022
• Mascarpone is an Italian cream cheese made with whole cream and an acidic element like citric acid or lemon juice.
  — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2023

Last Updated: 27 Sep 2024