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as in obsolete
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as in rotting
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Recent Examples of moldy
Throw in food scraps, such as rotted celery, flat half-cans of beer, stale muffins, coffee filters, old spices, an apple slice or gummy bear that broke the 5-second rule, moldy bread, eggshells.
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Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 16 Dec. 2024
If kept outside, certain items can rust, become moldy, or even crack and break.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2025
To reduce your risk, stick to major commercial brands of nuts and nut butter, and throw away nuts that look moldy, discolored, or shriveled.9 Heating has little effect on aflatoxins.10
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) tests foods for aflatoxins to ensure their safety.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 7 Jan. 2025
Carpet, upholstered furniture, and other absorbent materials that are moldy may need to be replaced.
—Emily Mullin, WIRED, 16 Oct. 2024
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Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 16 Dec. 2024
If kept outside, certain items can rust, become moldy, or even crack and break.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2025
To reduce your risk, stick to major commercial brands of nuts and nut butter, and throw away nuts that look moldy, discolored, or shriveled.9 Heating has little effect on aflatoxins.10
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) tests foods for aflatoxins to ensure their safety.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 7 Jan. 2025
Carpet, upholstered furniture, and other absorbent materials that are moldy may need to be replaced.
—Emily Mullin, WIRED, 16 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for moldy
Adjective
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In recent years, however, the idea of belonging to traditional civic organizations is perceived to be obsolete.—
John Hewko,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2025
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The intrigue: The proposals include repealing a Denver law passed in 2019 allowing adults to possess psychedelics, with licensing staff saying the 2022 state law makes the local law obsolete.—
Esteban L. Hernandez,
Axios,
5 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Floridians remain largely shackled to an antiquated system that prioritizes profits over the interests of everyday consumers.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
5 Feb. 2025
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There’s antiquated equipment that’s still actively relevant for many facilities.—
Mark Peikert,
IndieWire,
31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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As Parents previously reported, some other baby name trends worth noting include vintage names like Louise, Dorothy, and Archie, which are making a return.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
11 Feb. 2025
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Furnishings include a vintage Illum Wikkelsø sofa (right), a Dan Pollock cocktail table, and an antique Persian rug.—
Mayer Rus,
Architectural Digest,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Despite these findings, the EPA ignored them in announcing the recent two-year progress report, which used outdated reductions.—
Gerald Winegrad,
Baltimore Sun,
10 Feb. 2025
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Expanding outdated, polluting infrastructure exacerbates climate change and threatens our future.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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This putrescent combination of sky-high home prices, rising mortgage rates and stifling consumer inflation have forced all but the wealthiest or most determined buyers out of a new home.—
Q.ai - Powering a Personal Wealth Movement,
Forbes,
17 Aug. 2022
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The most common are oils (cinnamon, clove, thyme, garlic, etc.), putrescent whole egg solids, dried blood, etc.—
Kym Pokorny,
OregonLive.com,
17 Apr. 2018
Adjective
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Turing’s lecture notes are in effect a textbook, terse and selective, on advanced math for circuit engineers, although now very out-of-date, of course.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
4 Feb. 2025
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The medical research literature is filled with promising-looking ideas that never panned out, and out-of-date treatments and tests that have been replaced by approaches more solidly based on evidence.—
John Timmer,
Ars Technica,
8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Her party themes lean into the home’s retro architecture and furnishings.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
11 Feb. 2025
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Sporty, retro sneakers are still trending for the months ahead, especially pairs with slim, walking-friendly soles.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
9 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The filmmaker is already developing several new projects exploring different periods in Chinese history, continuing her interest in finding contemporary answers through historical examination.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2025
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Companies can make immersive replicas of historical sites or cultural experiences, charging fees for virtual tours, education or events.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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“Moldy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moldy. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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