as in to grind
to reduce to fine particles
you have to powder the antibiotic tablet and mix it with food
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Recent Examples of powder
Michael Kazin, Foreign Affairs, 18 Oct. 2013
Hilton Rothschild took advantage of the time by powdering her nose with a brush.
—Kristen Tauer, WWD, 28 Oct. 2024
Jennifer Ford, Essence, 30 Apr. 2025
Infused with a diamond powder to catches and reflect light, there’s also hyaluronic acid to hydrate and avocado, shea and mango butters to smooth.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
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Verb
In the wake of their failure to stop Obamacare, the Republican Party’s more pragmatic lawmakers wish that the Tea Party would powder their wigs, oil their single-shot muskets, and leave the governing to others.
—Michael Kazin, Foreign Affairs, 18 Oct. 2013
Hilton Rothschild took advantage of the time by powdering her nose with a brush.
—Kristen Tauer, WWD, 28 Oct. 2024
Noun
What are the Benefits of Purple Setting Powder? Like any baking powder, purple setting powder can be essential for creating a smooth and matte look.
—Jennifer Ford, Essence, 30 Apr. 2025
Infused with a diamond powder to catches and reflect light, there’s also hyaluronic acid to hydrate and avocado, shea and mango butters to smooth.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for powder
Verb
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He and his cronies have been sanctioned and spurned internationally, the economy is in tatters, and his military is losing significant territory in a grinding, multi-front war against a determined resistance.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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The nation’s court system has been ground zero for pushback to President Donald Trump’s sweeping conservative agenda, with about 200 lawsuits filed challenging policies on everything from immigration to education to mass layoffs of federal workers.—
Lindsay Whitehurst,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2025
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Though traditional wisdom says that those with textured skin should stay away from powdered blushes, Lisa Eldridge, makeup artist and brand founder, insists that modern powders layer beautifully with cream blush for a look that creates volume—an ideal scenario for the woman over 50.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
2 May 2025
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For those looking for shorter-term coverage, the best hair colors for gray hair are also available in temporary, semi-permanent, and demi-permanent formulas that range from creams and gels to glosses and sprays.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
2 May 2025
Verb
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Conforto, representing the tying run, pounded a 95.2 mph groundball for an inning-ending double play.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
9 May 2025
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My heart was pounding through my chest standing there hitting.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
8 May 2025
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That’s helped the oil and gas powerhouse become the country’s biggest producer of wind and solar energy.—
Tony Schick,
ProPublica,
12 May 2025
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The high danger of oil and gas extraction has a fatality rate 7 times the national average.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Her crushing loss by Gauff in the semi-finals at Madrid was another indication that the Pole is still fighting herself in a trophyless 2025.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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All through it, the big wins, the crushing losses, the high-end drama and the 48 minutes of mundane, the Lakers followed Redick’s lead.—
Dan Woike,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
Noun
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After pulling Jeffrey out of the car, Frank puts a cassette into a tape deck, smearing lipstick across his own face before singing Orbison’s song.—
Angelica Frey,
JSTOR Daily,
3 May 2025
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Her makeup also matched the look and featured bold blue eyeshadow as well as red lipstick.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
1 May 2025
Verb
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Once Connor Brown deposited the puck into the empty Los Angeles net and rejoiced, the Kings milled about the ice in a dazed and confused state.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Heti’s writing is witty, reflective, and just bizarre enough to capture your interest even as people mill about in your peripheral vision.—
Bekah Waalkes,
The Atlantic,
1 May 2025
Noun
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The main pocket has plenty of room for your keys plus a few other accessories like makeup or travel size hand sanitizer and lotion.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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These are more efficient than your average zippered disposable bags because the leakproof and waterproof bags can contain smelly clothes, messy lotions and gels, and more.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2025
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“Powder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/powder. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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