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neutralize

[noo-truh-lahyz, nyoo-] / ˈnu trəˌlaɪz, ˈnju- /


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The Su‑35, he noted, is equipped for both air‑to‑air and air‑to‑ground combat, with the ability to detect and neutralize incoming cruise missiles at distances of up to 200 kilometers.

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

The team set a moonshot goal: developing a single, universal protein “minibinder” that could neutralize five dominant scorpion neurotoxins across different species.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 20, 2026

His presence also helped neutralize a Broncos pass rush that led the NFL in sacks in each of the past two seasons.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026

"In some cases, the robots can also pick up items, retrieve them from the sea and neutralize them. That could be one viable solution for the future."

From Science Daily ● Sep. 14, 2026

In particular, only a few weeks’ work should be necessary to see whether the DNA structure was dependent upon the exact ions used to neutralize the negative phosphate groups.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson

But building alternatives neutralizes the strait as a weapon, said Robin Mills, chief executive of Dubai-based consulting firm Qamar Energy.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 4, 2026

That it’s a woman who ultimately neutralizes Homelander shielding is a kind of poetic justice.

From Salon ● May 24, 2026

Rehydrating the body using alkaline salt neutralizes the acid from alcohol and dehydration; however, this product would benefit from a better balance of all electrolytes, not just high amounts of sodium.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2024

A class of bNAbs called 10E8 is a priority for HIV vaccine development because it neutralizes a particularly broad range of HIV variants.

From Science Daily ● May 30, 2024

"A treat for your feet. Made from all natural ingredients, it neutralizes odor-causing fungi and bacteria. Plus, you'll like the tingle."

From "Holes" by Louis Sachar

Tomahawk missile that the unit said it had neutralized, according to the social-media account of the guard’s ground forces.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

The mixtures completely neutralized the lethal effects of rattlesnake venom and also provided broad protection against venom from multiple viper species, including species separated by millions of years of evolution.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 8, 2026

The drones were neutralized without force, Giuliani said, without explaining how.

From Barron's ● Jun. 29, 2026

Ayton’s backup Jaxson Hayes was also neutralized in Saturday’s blowout, not returning to the game after just eight minutes and 30 seconds of mostly ineffective play.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 10, 2026

Although mangolomera never weakens, it can be neutralized for short periods of time using the green vines from a sweet potato plant.

From "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" by William Kamkwamba

Southern California air regulators Thursday adopted a slate of new requirements aimed at neutralizing the rancid odors from the fire-damaged Lineage warehouse that still contains millions of pounds of rotting food.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026

These participants generally developed higher levels of antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 and showed stronger neutralizing activity against several viral variants.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 21, 2026

The UN Security Council last year gave its approval to a new international Gang Suppression Force tasked with neutralizing the groups.

From Barron's ● Jun. 16, 2026

But Iranian forces continue to operate mobile systems and launch retaliatory attacks, underscoring the regime’s resilience and the difficulty of neutralizing its long‑range capabilities completely.

From Salon ● Mar. 29, 2026

He saw that they must be offset by some type of neutralizing particles, which he called neutrons.

From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson


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