thickening

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The process relies on carefully controlled streams of thyme extract, gelatin, sodium alginate -- a commonly used thickening agent in the food industry -- and oil.

From Science Daily • Jan. 17, 2026

These polar "geoengineering" techniques aim to cool the planet in unconventional ways, such as artificially thickening sea-ice or releasing tiny, reflective particles into the atmosphere.

From BBC • Sep. 9, 2025

“Let the pie cool completely before slicing. This allows the filling to finish thickening and gives you the best pie-eating experience.”

From Salon • Jan. 30, 2025

Carrageenan is derived from a seaweed, to add a thickening texture and preserve the product.

From Seattle Times • May 2, 2024

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 "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz