as in treated
changed by humans or machines (as in manufacture) from its natural or original form
She's been avoiding processed foods.
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as in refined
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as in reprocessed
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Recent Examples of processed
Jason Neely and Eric Onstad, USA TODAY, 27 Feb. 2025
The link between red and processed meat and colorectal cancer has been a growing area of research for years.
—Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
Meat: Consumption of red and processed meats is minimal.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 6 Jan. 2025
Eat more beans, lentils, and peas, but cut back on red and processed meats—these are the recommendations made by an advisory committee for the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.1
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which provide national nutrition recommendations, are set to be updated next year.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 21 Dec. 2024
Eat more beans, peas and lentils as protein sources and decrease consumption of processed and red meat — those changes are among the recommendations detailed in a new report suggesting potential updates to U.S. dietary guidelines.
—Randi Richardson, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
The sauce is extra cheesy, creamy, and flavorful from sharp cheddar, cubes of processed cheese, and a dash of cumin.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
Or consume more fiber, such as high-fiber fruits and whole grains, and eat less processed and sugary foods, including baked goods and sweets.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 26 Sep. 2024
Meat isn’t uniformly bad for you; red and processed types seem to be the worst offenders.
—Yasmin Tayag, The Atlantic, 1 July 2024
Adjective
China accounts for about 60% of global mine production and 90% of processed and permanent magnet output.
—Jason Neely and Eric Onstad, USA TODAY, 27 Feb. 2025
The link between red and processed meat and colorectal cancer has been a growing area of research for years.
—Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
Meat: Consumption of red and processed meats is minimal.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 6 Jan. 2025
Eat more beans, lentils, and peas, but cut back on red and processed meats—these are the recommendations made by an advisory committee for the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.1
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which provide national nutrition recommendations, are set to be updated next year.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 21 Dec. 2024
Eat more beans, peas and lentils as protein sources and decrease consumption of processed and red meat — those changes are among the recommendations detailed in a new report suggesting potential updates to U.S. dietary guidelines.
—Randi Richardson, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
The sauce is extra cheesy, creamy, and flavorful from sharp cheddar, cubes of processed cheese, and a dash of cumin.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2024
Or consume more fiber, such as high-fiber fruits and whole grains, and eat less processed and sugary foods, including baked goods and sweets.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 26 Sep. 2024
Meat isn’t uniformly bad for you; red and processed types seem to be the worst offenders.
—Yasmin Tayag, The Atlantic, 1 July 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for processed
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Its minimalist silhouette is refined to two slim straps and a custom geometric block heel for maximum comfort.—
Sephora,
refinery29.com,
4 Jan. 2025
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The dining room is intimate, with a warm ambiance that feels both welcoming and refined.—
Karla Walsh,
Southern Living,
4 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Be prepared for severe weather AccuWeather predicts severe weather conditions will increase into April and May as temperatures warm.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA TODAY,
19 Mar. 2025
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General Marshall wanted to raise up officers more prepared for the rigors of the approaching world war.—
Anna Mulrine Grobe,
The Christian Science Monitor,
18 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Large windows and skylights invite natural light, reducing the need for artificial lighting and creating a bright, welcoming atmosphere.—
Rowan Briggs,
The Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2025
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But after nearly 30 years of success, there have been recent efforts to remove or impair that access and exaggerate the unfair, artificial digital divide.—
Raymond Pierce,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Banned by the British government in 1661, Ireland’s unique twist on moonshine never truly went away, being distilled in secret all over Ireland and frequently shared at big family events in unmarked bottles.—
Jonathan Thompson,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Dec. 2024
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But this New Year’s resolution cannot be distilled only around the idea of making the Broncos good again.—
Sean Keeler,
The Denver Post,
30 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Ranieri rectified that and doesn’t seem to care that as long as Dybala keeps playing, his contract will be automatically renewed with a salary escalator; something De Rossi and Juric always had in the backs of their minds.—
James Horncastle,
The Athletic,
5 Jan. 2025
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But there are easily preventable plays from the past five weeks that have hindered the Packers from hitting their offensive peak, and that must be rectified before games become win-or-go-home.—
Matt Schneidman,
The Athletic,
26 Dec. 2024
Verb
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However, Wheal clarified that proposing at someone else's wedding is a different matter entirely.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
30 Dec. 2024
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However, in a video on Out magazine’s Instagram, GLAAD’s Tony Morrison clarified its meaning.—
Lexi Carson,
The Hollywood Reporter,
30 Dec. 2024
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“Processed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/processed. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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