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freshness

  • a word derived from fresh.
    fresh
    adjective
    newly made or obtained.

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At the giant retailer, Foran would visit stores on Saturdays and give hands-on lessons such as how to examine fruit for freshness.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026

Preservatives are added to foods for several reasons, including preventing the growth of bacteria and mold, slowing spoilage, and helping products maintain their color, flavor, or freshness for longer.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 20, 2026

Authorities in China have launched an investigation into reports of formaldehyde being used to preserve the freshness of cabbages for human consumption.

From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026

All those soft herbs bring freshness without sacrificing the comfort factor, making the dressing feel as creamy as ever but far less one-note.

From Salon ● Jul. 7, 2026

Even at this hour, under a clear sky, there was a ferocious sparkle in its tidal freshness as it slid past the hospital.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan