spoilage

as in decomposition
the process by which dead organic matter separates into simpler substances in the days before refrigeration, spoilage was a constant problem

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Recent Examples of spoilage Considerations: Investing in wine requires storage in ideal conditions to prevent spoilage. Darryl Lyons, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024 This method enabled competitors to keep their overhead costs low, retaining minimal staff and reducing the risk of product spoilage en route. Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024 Food spoilage isn’t as simple as picking a day, Murray said, but labels should be considered when checking if your groceries are still good or need to be tossed. Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024 Best Black Friday Beauty Deals at Dyson Dyson sales are few and far between, save for the spoilage we get served during Black Friday. Annie Blackman, Allure, 1 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for spoilage 

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“Spoilage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spoilage. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.

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