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as in to flush
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Recent Examples of leach
Although the specific research around this practice is confusing and sometimes conflicting, most experts believe this can cause additional contamination and leaching.
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Kristin Hostetter, Outside Online, 22 Jan. 2025
The paper cellulose bags followed, with 135 million particles per milliliter, and the mesh nylon bags leached 8.18 million.
—Jenna Anderson, Health, 19 Jan. 2025
Erosion control is another critical aspect of protecting water, as erosion leads to the loss of topsoil and contributes to leaching.
—Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 10 Jan. 2025
And if what's sunken to make the artificial reef isn't properly broken down, toxic chemicals can leach out, some conservation groups say.
—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 14 Nov. 2024
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Kristin Hostetter, Outside Online, 22 Jan. 2025
The paper cellulose bags followed, with 135 million particles per milliliter, and the mesh nylon bags leached 8.18 million.
—Jenna Anderson, Health, 19 Jan. 2025
Erosion control is another critical aspect of protecting water, as erosion leads to the loss of topsoil and contributes to leaching.
—Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 10 Jan. 2025
And if what's sunken to make the artificial reef isn't properly broken down, toxic chemicals can leach out, some conservation groups say.
—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 14 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leach
Verb
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The Portuguese Bend neighborhood has seen a substantial increase in landslide activity starting in 2023, as surface water from heavy rainfall percolated into the ground, adding weight to the unstable soil.—
Jack Knudson,
Discover Magazine,
4 Feb. 2025
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When rainfall intensity is high — more than half an inch per hour — water can start flowing on the surface downhill instead of percolating below ground, and can begin to pick up rocks and debris.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The American Kennel Club (AKC) previously explained that some breeds are great with locating prey, some can flush it out for you, and others are better at retrieving it.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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At the end, a flushing lock will send any remaining larval fish and eggs back downstream.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Flashes will filter your Bluesky newsfeed, leaving only photos and videos.—
Will McCurdy,
PCMAG,
8 Feb. 2025
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Other rums are aged and then filtered to remove the color—and in the process, a lot of the flavor as well.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
7 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Career civil servants will be purged, replaced with political appointees whose primary qualification is apparent fealty to the President.—
Simon Shuster,
TIME,
7 Feb. 2025
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Trump and his administrative have fired independent inspectors generals of 17 agencies, purged the Justice Department of attorneys who worked on the criminal investigations targeting him and pushed out top FBI executives promoted by former FBI Director Christopher Wray.—
Joey Garrison,
USA TODAY,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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It's made by separating meat from fat and purifying it.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
12 Feb. 2025
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Antimony is used in flame retardants and emerging clean-energy technologies, including in liquid-metal batteries and for purifying glass in solar panels.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The purview of his catalogue narrowed, focusing on refining a reputation as a petty king in rap and in relationships.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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The researchers are continuing their work to refine their swarming algorithms and control systems.—
Anna Funk,
Discover Magazine,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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When used immediately after cleansing (and before your moisturizer or sunscreen), these products can add a nourishing boost to your skin care routine—without feeling greasy or heavy.—
Sara Coughlin,
SELF,
5 Feb. 2025
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The enduring appeal Over the centuries, countless pilgrims have bathed and prayed in the Ganga, driven by the enduring belief that its waters possess the power to cleanse the spirit and cure diseases.—
Sudipta Sen,
The Conversation,
5 Feb. 2025
Verb
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In terms of sustainability, the staff clean the beach multiple times a day to reduce the chance of pollution making its way into the ocean.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2025
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Infected markets will be depopulated, cleaned, and remain closed for at least five days until passing inspection.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Leach.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leach. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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