Examples of acidic in a Sentence
The soil in our garden is very acidic.
the acidic water of a polluted lake
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This acidic environment enables enzymatic DNA growth.
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 17 June 2026
That flavor is rich, strong, bitter, acidic, lightly sweet, and toasty with a long finish.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
Copper can leach into water over time, especially when acidic ingredients like lemon or lime are added, potentially increasing the risk of excessive copper intake.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 15 June 2026
This isn't just about attempting to change the color of the blooms; unbalanced soil (too acidic or too alkaline) can cause the flowers to turn brown.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 17 June 2026
That flavor is rich, strong, bitter, acidic, lightly sweet, and toasty with a long finish.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
Copper can leach into water over time, especially when acidic ingredients like lemon or lime are added, potentially increasing the risk of excessive copper intake.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 15 June 2026
This isn't just about attempting to change the color of the blooms; unbalanced soil (too acidic or too alkaline) can cause the flowers to turn brown.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for acidic
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“Acidic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acidic. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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acidic
adjective
acid·ic
ə-ˈsid-ik, a- 
1
: acid-forming
2
: acid
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