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acidic

[uh-sid-ik] / əˈsɪd ɪk /
ADJECTIVE
containing acid
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK


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Their work showed that bacteria accumulating on implant surfaces create acidic biofilms that slowly damage the titanium.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 23, 2026

I like to arrange an almost ridiculous assortment of crunchy, creamy, salty, fresh and acidic things, allowing everyone to customize their bowls.

From Salon ● Oct. 20, 2026

She says the acidic soil creates ideal conditions for the perfect artisan brew.

From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026

While some are being reworked by zama zamas, many are filled with acidic water that contributes to sinkholes, said mining expert David van Wyk.

From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026

Since the chemical was acidic, its name was later modified to nucleic acids—but the cellular function of nuclein had remained mysterious.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee


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