as in fragile
likely to spoil or decay quickly; not likely to stay fresh for a long time if not eaten or used
Don't buy large amounts of perishable foods like produce before you leave for vacation.
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Recent Examples of perishable
Make sure perishable food is stored away from heating vents in order to protect the quality (and tastiness) of household produce.
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Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
However, clothing is perishable and all but invisible in the archaeological record for this period, save for the needles that produced the garments.
—Katie Hunt, CNN, 4 Dec. 2024
Shipping data gathered by e-commerce logistics provider Grip, which ships billions in merchandise across the country every year and specializes in the delivery of perishable goods, shows different shipping patterns in blue and red states.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 29 Nov. 2024
The aid, some of it perishable fruit and cooking staples, bakes and rots in the sun.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
However, clothing is perishable and all but invisible in the archaeological record for this period, save for the needles that produced the garments.
—Katie Hunt, CNN, 4 Dec. 2024
Shipping data gathered by e-commerce logistics provider Grip, which ships billions in merchandise across the country every year and specializes in the delivery of perishable goods, shows different shipping patterns in blue and red states.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 29 Nov. 2024
The aid, some of it perishable fruit and cooking staples, bakes and rots in the sun.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for perishable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perishable
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The Chinese economy slowed in the third quarter of this year, its property market remains in a fragile state and consumer confidence hasn’t quite recovered since the COVID-19 pandemic.Sofia Celeste, WWD, 10 Jan. 2025
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Watch on Deadline The result is a slickly polished slice of mainstream entertainment that portrays the city’s legal system as a precious yet fragile institution.James Marsh, Deadline, 10 Jan. 2025
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That strategy should specify how the government, in coordination with state and local officials, will respond to incursions of unauthorized and unidentified drones near sensitive locations, like critical infrastructure.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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Hackers can use your device to steal sensitive information, impersonate you, target your contacts, or turn the device into a bot.Alex Vakulov, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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And all of these are formulated in a way that is gentle enough not to aggravate the delicate skin around your neck.Funmi Fetto, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2025
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Juniper is present but balanced with rooty and slightly floral notes, followed by a creamy mouthfeel and a delicate spice finish.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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Consequently, consumers endure the worst of both worlds: a commodity that is susceptible to rapid price increases, lacking the infrastructure to reduce prices during periods of overproduction, all while relying on an emissions-intensive delivery system.Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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The banker was already susceptible to corruption — and now malfeasance will be condoned?!Nathan Bomey, Axios, 7 Jan. 2025
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What the culture needs instead, Way suggested, is to teach the value of empathy, of being vulnerable, of being curious about other people.Matthew Schnipper, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2025
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Clemson was particularly vulnerable on the ground this season, allowing 160.6 rushing yards per game (85th) and 4.7 yards per carry (99th).Grace Raynor, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
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“Perishable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perishable. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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