Thesaurus results for POWDERS

powders 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of powder

as in pounds

to reduce to fine particles you have to powder the antibiotic tablet and mix it with food

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powders

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noun

plural of powder

as in blushes

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Recent Examples of powders

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Between mineral sticks from clean beauty brands and translucent setting powders from prestige makeup labels, powder SPF now sits in beach bags, gym totes and desk drawers across the country. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026 Our top setting powders for mature skin Thanks to its lightweight texture and reliable staying power, Laura Mercier’s cult-favorite talc-free powder earns our top spot for mature skin. — Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 25 June 2026 So while protein powders may have previously been targeted mostly towards athletes and people with medical conditions that impacted their protein needs, today’s protein powder consumer is more likely to be an active, busy person looking for a convenient way to optimize their health. — Jess Cording, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026 Finely ground powders like cinnamon, garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika are most likely to clump up, since their small particles readily absorb moisture. — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 9 May 2026 What kind of greens powders are best, and what exactly is an electrolyte powder? — Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Jan. 2026 Their technique also involves working with a variety of unexpected materials like plasters, metallic powders and even coffee powder. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025

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Verb

Higher prices come as Ukraine pounds Russian refineries, forcing Moscow to ban diesel exports.

— Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2026
Part of the problem is that every summer, water pounds down on sidewalks in the Treasure Valley, drops rippling on glassy reflective surfaces, all because of sprinkler jets overshooting the grass and landing on pavement.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of pounds

Noun

Vapor rubs containing combinations of camphor, eucalyptus and menthol oils may provide some relief for nighttime cough and cold symptoms when applied to the chest and neck.

— Andee Tagle, NPR, 15 Oct. 2026
In time, the elements caused the metal to transform into a bright white-lead carbonate, which could be ground into a powder and mixed with oils and resin to make paint.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 Oct. 2026

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The annual College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT), the country’s most important academic event, grinds the nation to almost a halt to ensure the smooth administration of the exam.

— Lim Hui Jie,Miko Jang, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2026
Finance ministers and central bank officials of G20 countries convene in Asheville, North Carolina on Monday and Tuesday as the US-Iran war grinds into its sixth month, raising inflation expectations and keeping energy prices elevated.

— Anna Cooban, CNN Money, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of grinds

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The formula for Voupre's Anti-Aging Rescue Solution is the basis for nearly identical wrinkle creams that the Weingartens and Odeds sell across other brands like Introstem, CbGäRDN, Venofye and Lavelier.

— Monika Evstatieva, NPR, 14 Oct. 2026
With that baseline established, layering on neck creams with increasingly sophisticated active ingredients is the new norm in neck care.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of creams

Verb

And The Studio creator claims the film is not only better than Obsession, but that Barker crushes his major feature film on-camera debut.

— James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026
Detailed in the script, Carrie crushes the spewing water pipes with her mind, but the folks manning the on-and-off switches aren’t yet in sync.

— Entertainment Weekly, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Sep. 2026

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Their body care kit gets to the root of smooth skin with a trio of products including a pre-sluff bar that rids it of lotions and oils, a washable textured mitt that sloughs off dead cells and a eucalyptus-scented body lotion that loads it with hydration while making your bathroom smell like a spa.

— Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Best lotions for tattoos This body lotion soothes the itchiness and irritation from a new tattoo.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026

Definition of lotions

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