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dilutes

Pronunciation: [dɪˈluːts]

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Learn how to use dilutes in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “chemistry”

(verb) to make a liquid weaker by adding more liquid to it. For example, when you add water to juice, you're making it less strong or less thick.

Example

She dilutes the orange juice with water so it's not too sweet.

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If you don't dilute the paint, it will be too thick to use.

Example

How much water do you need to dilute the juice?

Context: “emotions or effects”

(verb) to lessen the strength or impact of something, like feelings or ideas. It's like when something powerful becomes less strong or less important.

Example

He dilutes his fear by thinking about all the safety measures in place.

Example

Her happiness wasn't diluted by the bad news she received.

Example

Do you think explaining things more will dilute their importance?

How to pronounce dilutes

Pronunciation: [dɪˈluːts]

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