SENSITIZE Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

sensitize

verb

Definition of sensitize

as in to soften

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Recent Examples of sensitize Some research has shown blueberry extract can help sensitize cancer cells to the effects of radiation treatment. — Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2026 Centella asiatica brings relief by helping calm inflammation and support the skin barrier, which is especially important when skin feels sensitized or stressed. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 15 Feb. 2026 By now too many of us are wary of what’s being sold — sensitized by two years of deepfakes and soft slop, chastened by two decades of social media and rage-farming. — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 9 Feb. 2026 The district is investing nearly $400,000 of taxpayer money in efforts to sensitize students and staff to hurtful discrimination. — Marsha Sutton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sensitize

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soften

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Certain oils can soften dry, flaky skin and help reduce moisture loss, which may be especially helpful if your scalp feels tight or dry after shampooing.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2026
Lead times for the iPhone 18 Pro have softened in several markets compared with the prior cycle, while the more expensive Pro Max has held up better, according to JPMorgan's tracking.

— MacKenzie Sigalos,Kif Leswing, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026

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