Examples of spoilage in a Sentence
The milk should be refrigerated to prevent spoilage.
in the days before refrigeration, spoilage was a constant problem
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Benson points out that cold temperatures (about 40°Fahrenheit) reduce bacterial growth and preserve firmness and prevent spoilage.
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Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 30 Apr. 2026
This helps prevent spoilage from spreading to the rest of the pack.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 30 Apr. 2026
Press out as much air as possible before sealing—freezer burn, not spoilage, is the primary concern.
—Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 24 Apr. 2026
Signs of Spoilage in Cauliflower While cauliflower stays fresh longer than many other vegetables, keep an eye out for telltale signs of spoilage.
—Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2026
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Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 30 Apr. 2026
This helps prevent spoilage from spreading to the rest of the pack.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 30 Apr. 2026
Press out as much air as possible before sealing—freezer burn, not spoilage, is the primary concern.
—Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 24 Apr. 2026
Signs of Spoilage in Cauliflower While cauliflower stays fresh longer than many other vegetables, keep an eye out for telltale signs of spoilage.
—Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for spoilage
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“Spoilage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spoilage. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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spoilage
noun
spoil·age
ˈspȯi-lij 
: the action of spoiling or the condition of being spoiled
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