overripen in a sentence
v. t.
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Definition
To overripe means to become excessively ripe, often resulting in a soft, mushy texture and an intensified aroma.
Crossword clues for overripen
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "overripen".
- Become too ripe and soft.
- Reach beyond optimal ripeness.
- Turn excessively ripe and mushy.
- Ripen beyond the ideal stage.
- Become overly mature and squishy.
Overripen sentence examples
- The peaches in the basket were starting to overripe, releasing a sweet aroma that filled the air.
- If you leave avocados on the counter too long, they will overripe and become mushy.
- She carefully inspected each tomato to ensure none had begun to overripe before making her salad.
- The overripe bananas were perfect for making a rich and moist banana bread.
- Farmers often harvest their crops before they overripe to maintain optimal flavor and texture.