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perishable

adjective as in liable to spoil, rot

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She added that perishable crops, including strawberries, lettuce, and dairy, face immediate peril because “trade disruptions can mean spoilage, financial losses and long-term lost market share that was earned over decades.”

Experts predicted American consumers would soon pay more for fresh vegetables, fruits and other perishable imports.

Experts say American consumers will likely find higher prices for fresh vegetables, fruits and other perishable imports in a matter of days.

Experts say some effects will be significant and quickly felt, with American consumers likely finding higher prices for fresh vegetables and fruits and other perishable imports in a matter of days.

If you’ve been without power for longer than that, you’ll need to toss all perishable items, including meat, poultry, fish, eggs, milk and cut fruits and vegetables.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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