partially decompose

Frequency: 6.56.2 per million words

Indicates an incomplete state of decay.

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Examples (10)

  • The body found in the woods had only partially decomposed due to the cold weather.
  • In a cool compost bin, organic matter may only partially decompose over the winter.
  • Archaeologists uncovered a wooden artifact that had partially decomposed in the damp soil.
  • The fallen leaves have partially decomposed, creating a rich layer of humus.
  • Without enough oxygen, the biomass will only partially decompose, releasing methane.
  • We found a partially decomposed log covered in mushrooms.
  • The process begins when the material starts to partially decompose.
  • The remains were partially decomposed, but identification was still possible.
  • When heated gently, the chemical compound will partially decompose into its elements.
  • Peat bogs preserve organic material, allowing it to only partially decompose over centuries.