preservative
noun
preservatives
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pluralof preservative.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Foods “cross into ultra-processed territory when they contain preservatives, flavorings and other food additives, or substances ... to enhance flavor and increase shelf life.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 29, 2026
By examining these biological changes, researchers hope to better understand why exposure to certain additives may be associated with a higher risk of disease and whether the preservatives themselves are contributing to those effects.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 20, 2026
Researchers are also investigating whether preservatives could influence pancreatic function.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 20, 2026
Non-antioxidant preservatives are generally used to prevent potentially harmful microorganisms, including bacteria and mold, from growing.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 20, 2026
She’d never be able to eat Doritos again, not after what she’d read about preservatives and food dyes when she was pregnant with Peach.
From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway
