aerate

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A keystone species, bears are known to till and aerate soil as they search for potato-like roots like Alpine sweetvetch, munch on berries, and later deposit the seeds through their scat.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 26, 2023

The obvious utility of iron for fashioning tougher and more durable tools used to clear forests, aerate land, and dig trench- based irrigation systems led others to adopt the new material.

From Textbooks • Apr. 19, 2023

In a medium bowl, thoroughly whisk together the sugar, flour, baking powder and salt to combine and aerate; set aside.

From Washington Post • Dec. 17, 2022

Make sure to whisk and sift thoroughly in order to combine the flour and cornstarch evenly and aerate the mixture.

From Salon • Jun. 30, 2022

And this is by no means all they do: their burrows aerate the soil, keep it well drained, and aid the penetration of plant roots.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson