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Recent Examples of eggshell
Tiles and Grout According to Duarte, eggshell powder and vinegar or citric acid works wonders on tiles and grout.
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Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 June 2025
The recipe and the list of ingredients to make eggshell water are quite simple:
Boil a gallon of water.
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Stacey Leasca,
Southern Living,
7 May 2024
His thoughts are contained within four eggshell-white walls, the only connection to the outside world a window above his desk.
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Luca Evans,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2022
Let’s try this again: Imagine the color of cream cheese, that off-white, almost yellowish or eggshell white hue that graces our bagels and our cheesecakes in dense, creamy swirls.
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SI.com,
20 Oct. 2017
See All Example Sentences for eggshell
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 June 2025
The recipe and the list of ingredients to make eggshell water are quite simple:
Boil a gallon of water.
—
Stacey Leasca,
Southern Living,
7 May 2024
His thoughts are contained within four eggshell-white walls, the only connection to the outside world a window above his desk.
—
Luca Evans,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2022
Let’s try this again: Imagine the color of cream cheese, that off-white, almost yellowish or eggshell white hue that graces our bagels and our cheesecakes in dense, creamy swirls.
—
SI.com,
20 Oct. 2017
See All Example Sentences for eggshell
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eggshell
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The second bottle, with confetti-ish contents, was equally useless—whatever had been inside had broken down into a friable mess.
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However, the fragile and friable nature of aged amber likely posed a significant challenge to its removal.
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The moving-room intro In classic Jackass movie tradition, Best and Last opens with an elaborate, glossy introduction that coincides with the opening credits.
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Its glossy fabric and breezy silhouette work for countless occasions — plus, its luxe vibe dresses up outfits without a thought.
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Restore dry, brittle hair with this hydrating shampoo that more than 8,000 shoppers bought in the last month alone.
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Grass blades with frost on them are brittle and can be damaged by mowing.
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The three-piece set includes a quilt and two pillowcases made from a premium blend of brushed microfiber, which results in a silky-smooth, lightweight texture that provides warmth, comfort, and breathability when temperatures start to rise.
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Spanx AirEssentials Brushed Full-Zip Jacket Not to be missed, this zip-up jacket — complete with an ultra-soft brushed interior and stately mock neckline — offers a more sophisticated take on travel day dressing.
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Prep the room with protective coverings and remove breakable items to minimize mess and damage.
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Child-Proof Your Cabinets Keep curious hands out of kitchen and bathroom cabinets where breakable dishes, sharp tools, and harmful chemicals may be stored.
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.
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The system has long been mired in controversy, including exam paper leaks and technical failures, placing a crushing burden on students, and financial strain on families investing everything in their children for a promise that can often appear fragile.
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However, price bulls highlight a fragile US-Iran ceasefire and past IEA surplus forecasts that failed to depress prices.
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Opt for semigloss paint for a more forgiving front door finish to hide flaws.
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Finish by painting the woodwork and trim with a gloss or semigloss paint.
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“Eggshell.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eggshell. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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