solvents
- plural of solvent.
Example Sentences
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Researchers have considered alternative amino acids, alternative solvents, and even entirely different chemical structures.
From Science Daily • Jun. 24, 2026
The list of potential contaminants from the 'fire practice pond' include petrol, oil, lubricants, solvents and firefighting chemicals - which were "drained into storm water drainage."
From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026
During the 1950s and 1960s, workers would regularly burn toxic waste in open pits and cleaned engines with solvents that later contaminated the groundwater.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
This approach differs from traditional techniques, which often require dissolving samples in solvents and can damage delicate artifacts.
From Science Daily • Mar. 16, 2026
The individual exposed to DDT, for example, is almost certain to be exposed to other liver-damaging hydrocarbons, which are so widely used as solvents, paint removers, degreasing agents, dry-cleaning fluids, and anesthetics.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
