thicken

Example Sentences

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Sodium phosphate is used to preserve moisture and enhance flavor in processed foods, while carrageenan is added to thicken and stabilize products like meats.

From Los Angeles Times

When a solar storm hits Earth, it causes the upper atmosphere to expand and thicken, increasing drag on satellites.

From Science Daily

The ride had moved along quickly at first, but as they got closer, traffic thickened.

From Literature

The rhythmic movement and sore muscles that come from slowly stirring polenta, the way the earthy, nourishing aroma slowly fills the room as the grains start to thicken.

From Salon

In the distance, Owen thought he saw Miss Piggy, the old graffitied cargo plane wreck, but it was hard to tell through the thickening snow.

From Literature