grists

noun

plural of grist
as in substances

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  1. substances
  2. kernels
  3. staples
  4. nuclei
  5. problems
  6. essences
  7. mains
  8. burdens
Noun
  • Pappas has also supported strict limits on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, which are synthetic chemicals that can be found in an array of consumer products, including clothing, shampoo, electronics, and cleaning products.
    — Maydeen Merino, The Washington Examiner, 15 Oct. 2026
  • In April 2026, the FDA proposed excluding semaglutide, tirzepatide, and liraglutide from the list of bulk drug substances that outsourcing facilities may use for compounding under Section 503B based on clinical need.
    — Emma Clapp, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of substances
Noun
  • In their experiments, the team found silicon in the kernels before irradiation.
    — Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The kernels also give you more control over how to prepare the popcorn.
    — Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of kernels
Noun
  • Sears, Macy's, JCPenney, Dillard's — all absolute staples in a shopping mall back in the '80s and '90s.
    — Zach Dean OutKick, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The brands describe the capsule as a love letter to New York, using denim and sportswear staples to build their version of a city uniform.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of staples
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  • Is an individual even a network, or is an individual just a genome, tiny little nuclei floating inside this tube?
    — Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Those elementary particles, first detected experimentally in 1956, travel through space, interacting only rarely with electrons and atomic nuclei.
    — Daniella McCahey, The Conversation, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of nuclei
Noun
  • The thing is, the problems in the United States aren’t my problems.
    — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Just as running from my problems was, clearing my mind over the course of many miles, or racing hard, until the adrenaline cleansed me of feeling pain, sadness, disappointment, or rage.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of problems
Noun
  • For the skincare enthusiast who knows her serums from her essences, an exfoliating cleanser from DIME Beauty can be a thoughtful addition to her routine.
    — Ethan Stone October 9, Idaho Statesman, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Following the Korean beauty trend, Costioli would layer on product after product — toners, serums, essences and moisturizers — in pursuit of an ultra-dewy complexion.
    — Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of essences
Noun
  • The bar and pub has a wide food selection of appetizers, burgers, salads, flatbreads, sandwiches, bowls and mains.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The menu features handmade pasta alongside mains like trout finished with nutty brown butter and tomato pesto.
    — Nikkita Nair, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of mains
Noun
  • Even before the latest spike in global borrowing costs, most developing countries faced unprecedented debt service burdens.
    — Masood Ahmed, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Breeds with structural health burdens, the brachycephalic group in particular, may face continued scrutiny from veterinarians and welfare groups.
    — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of burdens
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“Grists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grists. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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