thicken
Use Thicken in a sentence
ən verb (used with object), verb (used without object)
1.
to make or become thick or thicker.
2.
to make or grow more intense, profound, intricate, or complex: The plot thickens.
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| —vb | |
| 1. | to make or become thick or thicker: thicken the soup by adding flour |
| 2. | (intr) to become more involved: the plot thickened |
| 'thickener | |
| —n | |
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Example sentences
The flame should be low so the fish slowly releases its juices, which thicken into a rich sauce.
The heart muscles thicken to make up for increased blood pressure.
The mixture will thicken up a bit so that it almost coats the back of a spoon.
As soon as dressing begins to thicken, add one-half cup heavy cream beaten until stiff, then fold in the fish.
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