1
as in bitterness
a harsh or sharp quality
detected a certain acidity in the way he responded
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2
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
While the reason this happens isn't fully understood, baking soda may improve athletic performance by reducing the acidity in the blood and muscles.
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Lindsey Desoto, Health, 27 Nov. 2024
The less subtle flavors and greater acidity will actually work better than the nice stuff.
—Wes Siler, Outside Online, 25 Nov. 2024
Gorgeous acidity adds a surprising burst of brightness in the otherwise smooth finish.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2024
This prolonged exposure increases the acidity of the mouth, erodes the teeth and causes cavities.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2024
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Lindsey Desoto, Health, 27 Nov. 2024
The less subtle flavors and greater acidity will actually work better than the nice stuff.
—Wes Siler, Outside Online, 25 Nov. 2024
Gorgeous acidity adds a surprising burst of brightness in the otherwise smooth finish.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2024
This prolonged exposure increases the acidity of the mouth, erodes the teeth and causes cavities.
—Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acidity
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Located just below Tak, Izakaya is ideal for quick bites of sushi and sips of sake in a casual setting.Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 15 Dec. 2024
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Betting on one brand gives you only one bite at the apple.Gary Stern, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Now, Miami head coach Mike McDaniel has offered a huge update on the severity of Waddle's injury.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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The release noted that front-end height determines the point of impact on a pedestrian’s body, which is a key factor in the severity of injuries.Eric D. Lawrence, Detroit Free Press, 10 Dec. 2024
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Read More: See Photos from the Raging Franklin Fire in Malibu Much of the devastation occurred in Malibu, a community of about 10,000 people on the western edge of Los Angeles known for its stunning bluffs and Zuma Beach, which features in many Hollywood films.Christopher Weber, TIME, 11 Dec. 2024
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Then use a thin metal spatula to loosen bars around the edges of the pan.Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Dec. 2024
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TikTok has long denied having any links to the Chinese government, and the federal government has not made public any of the specific intelligence it’s used to justify its hostility against the company.Alison Durkee, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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The Jordanian government announced the closure of the crossing amid the hostility.Brady Knox, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Dec. 2024
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This occurs because bile builds up in the blood, which contains a yellow waste substance called bilirubin.Brittany Risher, SELF, 6 Dec. 2024
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Beatles ‘64 reminds viewers just how much skepticism and outright bile the band faced upon their American arrival, chiefly from males of a certain age.Jordan Runtagh, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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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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Still others are investigating viruses that attack Bd and eventually might be used to reduce its virulence.Martin J. Kernan, Discover Magazine, 16 Nov. 2024
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“Acidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acidity. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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