solvent
Example Sentences
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"Water is the ideal solvent -- it's abundant, non-toxic, and environmentally friendly," Raviprolu said.
From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2026
Looking ahead, the researchers intend to explore other uses for native bee honey as a solvent in ultrasound-assisted extraction, including processing additional plant residues.
From Science Daily • Mar. 1, 2026
People in Killin had reported a solvent taste and smell to their water supply on Friday morning.
From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026
Many of them are quite gender fluid, and that’s great, but the heteronormative girls are interesting because they want to be financially solvent.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026
Water makes an ideal solvent system for organic chemistry to work in and stays liquid over a wide range of temperatures.
From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan
Vocabulary lists containing solvent
Stroke of Genius: Words About Painting
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"There Will Come Soft Rains" by Ray Bradbury
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"There Will Come Soft Rains" by Ray Bradbury (1950)
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