decompose
verb (used with object)
to separate or resolve into constituent parts or elements; disintegrate.
will decompose
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future tenseof decompose.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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While natural fibres such as cotton and wool will decompose, most manmade fibres, such as polyester and nylon, are not currently biodegradable.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2023
“To leave the bodies like that for a long time was stupid. Clearly, we all know physiology — the human will decompose and smell. What would we do with them?”
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 25, 2022
When it comes to filling it, he recommends a blend of 90 percent topsoil and 10 percent compost; the latter will decompose over the year.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 8, 2022
If possible, cover the soil with a thick mulch of leaves, which will decompose over time, adding another layer of beneficial bacteria while helping the soil retain its moisture.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 11, 2022
If the solution is too strong it will decompose the wood.
From The Mechanical Properties of Wood Including a Discussion of the Factors Affecting the Mechanical Properties, and Methods of Timber Testing by Samuel J. Record
