additive

Example Sentences

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A 2022 color additive petition filed by two dozen food safety and health advocates found that Red Dye No. 3 caused cancer in laboratory male rats exposed to high levels of the dye.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

While many artists at Felix experiment with their surfaces through additive processes, others use a subtractive approach to enliven their work.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

Possible steps include stricter limits on preservative use, clearer labeling, mandatory disclosure of additive content, and international monitoring efforts similar to those used for trans fatty acids and sodium.

From Science Daily • Jan. 27, 2026

The reputational damage seems apparent: a recent survey conducted by Anthropic found that while 86% of professionals felt like AI was additive to their workplace productivity, 69% mentioned feeling social stigma surrounding its use.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 29, 2025

I’m betting it got its creaminess from xanthan gum or some other additive.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan