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Recent Examples of cuticle
Kim explains that it’s packed with proteins and conditioning agents that help reinforce the hair shaft and smooth the cuticle.
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Iman Balagam, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
This happens because in hot, dry weather, weeds develop a thicker waxy cuticle, which prevents herbicides from getting absorbed.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 21 Apr. 2026
This means the hair boasts 80% cuticle alignment, maintains its sumptuous, silky texture after 20+ washes, and undergoes only minimal, delicate acid-washing for sanitation without compromising its integrity.
—Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2026
Together, these ingredients temporarily seal the cuticle, minimizing the look of frayed ends without leaving behind that dreaded crunchy feeling.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 23 Mar. 2026
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Iman Balagam, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
This happens because in hot, dry weather, weeds develop a thicker waxy cuticle, which prevents herbicides from getting absorbed.
—Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 21 Apr. 2026
This means the hair boasts 80% cuticle alignment, maintains its sumptuous, silky texture after 20+ washes, and undergoes only minimal, delicate acid-washing for sanitation without compromising its integrity.
—Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2026
Together, these ingredients temporarily seal the cuticle, minimizing the look of frayed ends without leaving behind that dreaded crunchy feeling.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 23 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cuticle
Noun
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The four men still trapped have started to show health problems, including skin, stomach and intestinal issues.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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The volatile organic compound can cause eye and skin irrigation as well as coughing, wheezing, headache or shortness of breath if inhaled.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
30 May 2026
Noun
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The latest the series can end is June 17; the shield stopping him from answering questions — not just about his past, but his present and future — is likely to stay in place.—
Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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Sherrill cited public safety concerns after officials reported protesters had set tires and chairs on fire, thrown makeshift projectiles and weaponized police shields.—
Nicole Acevedo,
NBC news,
2 June 2026
Noun
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Hip-checked by Seymour on the play at the plate, Neto remained on the dirt for several minutes before athletic trainers helped him to his feet.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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Mission Viejo right fielder Riley Campbell collected her third hit in the seventh to bring the tying run to the plate but Herrera escaped another jam to spark a celebratory dogpile.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Gabrielle’s unflinching competence and dynamism belie acute sensitivity, and the actress allows hints of child-like hurt and hesitation to pierce the carapace.—
Jon Frosch,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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Specifically, carapaces spelling out 8647, which is either shell-speak for evil intent or a bartender telling Patel to 86 his personal booze and buy a drink already.—
Pat Beall,
Sun Sentinel,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Its social media stardom stems in part from the plating.—
Louisa Kung Liu Chu,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2026
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Keep in mind dishes that are easy to serve so they won’t be affected by the heat if left out for a long time, and don’t require thoughtful plating and silverware.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
26 May 2026
Noun
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Improvements in lift, efficiency and flight envelope are less visible than a new aircraft concept.—
Greg Ombach,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Whether the envelope can adequately buffer wind noise, wildlife sounds, and temperature swings also remain untested.—
Bridget Borgobello
May 31,
New Atlas,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Across the lobby, Leda looked up from the stack of mail in her hands and smiled.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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And unlike in-person voting, where verification happens upfront, mail-in ballots must be inspected and have signatures verified.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
Noun
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These include up to four whole hides of leather, wood veneers, and the model board that forms the base.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
17 May 2026
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Exemptions include leather, shearling and hides from animals raised primarily for the food industry, as well as vintage fur, Indigenous subsistence hunting practices and synthetic fur alternatives.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
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“Cuticle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cuticle. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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