How to Use citric acid in a Sentence

citric acid

noun
  • Is citric acid good for the skin?
    — Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 14 Jan. 2026
  • Rinse the kettle very well to remove all citric acid.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Adding lemon or lime to your water is a great way to get the extra citric acid.
    — Marcos Del Rosario-Santiago, baltimoresun.com, 11 July 2019
  • Lemon juice contains around five times more citric acid than orange juice.
    — Zia Sherrell, Health, 7 Feb. 2026
  • Lactic and citric acids remove dead skin cells, while aloe soothes.
    — Christina Heiser, NBC News, 25 July 2019
  • Note that the citric acid in some of these bath bombs is considered safe for the skin.
    — Dallas News, 18 Jan. 2023
  • Lemon juice Ice can be broken down with the help of citric acid found in lemons.
    — Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The aloe vera and citric acid in this stuff dig out dirt, oil, and product buildup.
    — Cristina Montemayor, Men's Health, 23 Nov. 2022
  • Never add anything except lemon juice or citric acid and salt to the jar.
    — Cathy Barrow, Washington Post, 26 Aug. 2020
  • This is done by adding a small amount of acid (typically citric acid).
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 16 Nov. 2022
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the salt, citric acid, and black pepper.
    — Saveur Editors, Saveur, 21 Dec. 2023
  • Helicopter squads spray citric acid, which kills frogs by burning their skin.
    — Eleanor Cummins, Popular Science, 15 Jan. 2020
  • It’s made with biodegradable citric acid and no harsh chemicals.
    — Anna Kasper, Rolling Stone, 25 June 2024
  • Add 1/2 tsp citric acid or 2 Tbsp lemon juice to each hot quart jar.
    — Meghann Foye, Redbook, 16 Aug. 2013
  • Add ¼ teaspoon of citric acid or one tablespoon of bottled lemon juice to each jar.
    — Rachel Feltman, Popular Science, 13 Oct. 2020
  • Too much citric acid from lemons could also increase acid reflux or cause nausea.
    — Sherri Gordon, Health, 1 Jan. 2025
  • Simply apply the citric acid paste to the knobs, use a toothbrush to scrub them clean, then wipe off the paste.
    — Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 3 June 2026
  • The mineral buildup will come out along with the citric acid solution.
    — Sandra Gutierrez G., Popular Science, 5 Nov. 2020
  • Explore our top citric acid skincare picks below.
    — Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 14 Jan. 2026
  • Some people have luck with spraying the perimeter of the pool with citric acid, lemon juice, or vinegar.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 7 June 2026
  • The orange oil and citric acid will kill bacteria and remove stains like coffee or tea.
    — Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY, 23 Aug. 2022
  • Whisk citric acid and remaining 1 cup sugar in a medium bowl.
    — Bon Appetit, 17 Oct. 2017
  • In the case of the imaginary fruit, for example, glucose and citric acid would be used.
    — Gayoung Lee, Scientific American, 28 Feb. 2025
  • Water or citric acid is often added to create a more palatable, shelf-stable beet juice.
    — Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 14 Feb. 2025
  • Sandia’s use of citric acid would be a tremendous breakthrough on the processing end.
    — Jim Vinoski, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2021
  • Add 1/2 teaspoon citric acid or 2 tablespoons lemon juice to each quart jar.
    — Cathy Barrow, Washington Post, 26 Aug. 2020
  • It's also infused with citric acid to tame frizz, enhance shine, and reduce hair breakage.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Many American pastes rely on citric acid to extend shelf life.
    — Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 7 Jan. 2026
  • The citric acid lifts discoloration, while the salt provides a mild scrubbing effect.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 21 Mar. 2025
  • The citric acid lifts discoloration, while the salt provides a mild scrubbing effect.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 17 Dec. 2025

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