1
as in bitterness
a harsh or sharp quality
detected a certain acidity in the way he responded
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as in severity
biting sharpness of feeling or expression
the acidity of their relationship was well known to their mutual acquaintances
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Recent Examples of acidity
This was a standout for any time of day as a medium bodied brew, subtly sweet with virtually no bitterness or acidity via my automatic OXO 8-cup machine or my Hario V60 pour over.
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Alaina Chou, Bon Appétit, 1 Jan. 2025
The zest gives you lots of lemon flavor without the acidity of the juice.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2024
Use an extractant that does not operate based on adjustments in acidity.
—IEEE Spectrum, 27 Dec. 2024
These wines are generally dry with vibrant acidity.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Alaina Chou, Bon Appétit, 1 Jan. 2025
The zest gives you lots of lemon flavor without the acidity of the juice.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2024
Use an extractant that does not operate based on adjustments in acidity.
—IEEE Spectrum, 27 Dec. 2024
These wines are generally dry with vibrant acidity.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acidity
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And for a pick-me-up before or after the slopes, the Double Blacks cafe on the lower level serves espresso drinks, spiced ciders, fresh croissants, and small bites.—
Denny Lee,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Jan. 2025
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That starts with small bites, including his calas, also known as Creole rice fritters, traditionally a sweet breakfast dish served with cafe au lait.—
Louisa Kung Liu Chu,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Jan. 2025
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The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) noted a post-2020 increase in both the frequency and severity of such incidents, although specific links to alcohol consumption remain unclear.—
John Mac Ghlionn,
Newsweek,
14 Jan. 2025
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Despite security threats increasing in volume and severity, a 2024 World Economic Forum report found that only 15% of organizations expect cyber skills and education to significantly ramp up by 2026.—
Todd Moore,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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During Vrabel’s early days in Tennessee, players would walk into team meetings on edge.—
Chad Graff,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Amara, a nurse who lives in nearby Valencia, said she’s been on edge for weeks as major blazes devastated Southern California.—
Marcio Jose Sanchez,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Jan. 2025
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For example, shrinking the size and scope of government is a goal which could help the country, but reducing or trimming government programs for almost any constituency would be fraught with hostility and political costs.—
Frank Lavin,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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Just more than 100 were released in late November 2023 during a pause in hostilities, in exchange for 240 Palestinian prisoners.—
Keir Simmons,
NBC News,
15 Jan. 2025
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The liver serves several vital functions, such as filtering blood, converting food into energy, eliminating wastes, and producing various substances like bile, proteins, and cholesterol.—
Colleen Doherty,
Verywell Health,
18 Dec. 2024
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When this occurs, bile collects in the gallbladder, causing the gallbladder to swell and increase in size.—
Doru Paul,
Health,
20 Nov. 2024
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Everything about the movement surprised political observers: its virulence, its magnitude, its provincial origins, its apparent lack of structure and leadership, and its adamant refusal to be co-opted by existing political parties and unions.—
Arthur Goldhammer,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Dec. 2018
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An ePPP is a pathogen that has been modified to enhance its transmissibility and virulence.—
Siladitya Ray,
Forbes,
27 Nov. 2024
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“Acidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acidity. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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