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macerate

[mas-uh-reyt] / ˈmæs əˌreɪt /


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Jukes used organic apple cider vinegar to macerate fruits and other flavors he routinely identifies in wines.

From Washington Post • Jan. 13, 2022

Since the added time with this method was completely hands-off, unless I were in a rush, I don't see why I wouldn't macerate to get the flavor boost in the future.

From Salon • Aug. 11, 2021

Pour sugar over apricots and let stand for a few hours to macerate.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 30, 2020

Others we macerate, often with vanilla or cardamom, but this week it’s been fennel seeds and lemon.

From The Guardian • May 31, 2019

They macerate and digest the leaves, and aid in mixing the decomposed matter with the surface soil.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson




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