mold
Example Sentences
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“The Bachelorette” acknowledged this in its way with this season’s tagline: “If you don’t fit the mold, break it.”
From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026
They discovered that when microscopic organisms such as yeast and mold fed on the kelp, the byproduct more closely resembled what they were seeking.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
In 2023, Spelling made headlines when it was revealed that she lived in an RV following a severe mold issue in her previous rental, which caused chronic illnesses.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 20, 2026
I didn’t even to take any leftovers because I knew they would just gather mold in the fridge.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026
I can’t tell if he’s asleep or just trapped in the same Jell-O mold across the room.
From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman
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