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as in plaster
a medicated covering used to heal an injury nurses put a dressing over his cuts so they wouldn't get infected

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as in sauce
a savory fluid food used as a topping or accompaniment to a main dish tangy salad dressing that wasn't overloaded with corn syrup

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dressing

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verb

present participle of dress
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Recent Examples of dressing
Noun
The salad should be refrigerated for at least two hours before serving to allow the flavors to mingle and the potatoes to absorb the dressing. Gretchen McKay, Boston Herald, 18 June 2025 Sesame oil adds a nutty taste; flaxseed oil is bitter and may pair well with sweeter ingredients in dressings. Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 12 June 2025 Now free of any press tour, Lively can enjoy some relaxed, summer in New York dressing—donning Chanel ambassador tweeds and picking up whatever novelty accessory that catches her eye next. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 12 June 2025 At the National Hispanic Media Coalition’s Impact Awards Gala on June 6, Isabella Merced extended her tonal dressing streak, pairing a sculptural Tory Burch gown with sleek camel stilettos. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 7 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for dressing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dressing
Noun
  • Horse and other animal hair was historically used in plaster walls to bind the plaster mixture together for added strength.
    Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 June 2025
  • Miniature copies were concealed in souvenir plaster busts of Napoleon III.
    Graham Robb, The Atlantic, 9 June 2025
Noun
  • And, despite depending solely on word-of-satisfied-mouths to promote the sauce, lots of people wanted it and want it still.
    Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 23 June 2025
  • Plates champion some of the best local and seasonal ingredients for shareable dishes like white asparagus with pickled strawberries and goat cheese or bluefin tuna with garden peas and grilled padron peppers with pil pil sauce.
    Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2025
Verb
  • What To Consider One could argue that a lot of things have gotten out of hand these days, from wedding dress codes to decorating trends.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025
  • Some did a combo, buying a cake but then decorating it.
    Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
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  • In addition to polishing, 6D force sensors are an essential part of humanoid robots, greatly enhancing their entire performance.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 14 Feb. 2025
  • From tackling the many facets of artificial intelligence to polishing communication skills, ongoing learning is an everyday initiative for today’s savviest tech leaders.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • On the other hand, the growing demand for aid could strain already tight budgets, particularly for smaller colleges with limited endowments.
    Scott White, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
  • This regional variation may reflect broader population trends, including migration patterns and the growing appeal of colleges in lower-cost areas.
    Scott White, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Alley Cats Salon’s cheeky take on a classic French tip features meticulously painted lemon wedges adorning nail tips.
    Karina Hoshikawa, Refinery29, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Picture celestial motifs, cosmic auras in every shade of the universe, and space-y flora and fauna adorning posters, phone cases, water bottles, belt bags, and beyond.
    Karina Hoshikawa, Refinery29, 4 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Navigating the post-holiday period requires a delicate balance of acknowledging the emotional challenges while simultaneously cultivating a positive, proactive mindset that transforms potential workplace anxiety into an opportunity for personal and professional growth.
    Jack Kelly, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • According to a confidential informant, Wedding and a partner were cultivating 8,000 marijuana plants in a warehouse on a property there owned by one of his friends.
    Jesse Hyde, Rolling Stone, 4 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • This veil attaches to or over the shoulders of the dress, draping elegantly in the back.
    BestReviews, The Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2025
  • Pleating, gathering, crinkling and draping not only gave the black material texture but also reflected the growth of her magical power.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 3 Mar. 2025

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“Dressing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dressing. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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