grists

noun

plural of grist
as in substances

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  1. substances
  2. kernels
  3. staples
  4. nuclei
  5. problems
  6. essences
  7. mains
  8. burdens
Noun
  • This deterioration releases toxic substances from muscle fibers into the blood and kidneys, which can cause kidney damage.
    — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Faster nuclear detection Mass spectrometers identify substances by measuring the mass-to-charge ratios of small particles.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of substances
Noun
  • In their experiments, the team found silicon in the kernels before irradiation.
    — Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The kernels also give you more control over how to prepare the popcorn.
    — Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of kernels
Noun
  • With Thanksgiving already just weeks away, shoppers are starting to stock up on holiday staples.
    — Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026
  • In her suitcase, rich caramel, chocolate brown, and burgundy velour get broken up by black and white staples and small glints of silver.
    — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of staples
Noun
  • The core plasma must stay searingly hot for atomic nuclei to fuse, but the surrounding chamber walls must stay cool enough to avoid structural failure.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026
  • In them, a high voltage creates a hot plasma that smashes nuclei together.
    — George Musser, Quanta Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of nuclei
Noun
  • Vance isn’t the only prospective candidate tied to Trump with new problems after the midterms.
    — Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Keep mulch lines a few inches away from plant bases to reduce some rodent problems.
    — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of problems
Noun
  • Essential oils, oleoresins, essences and distillates all qualify, as do protein hydrolysates and any product of roasting, heating or enzymolysis.
    — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Finish Skin Prep With a Toner or Essence After cleansing, a toning step can remove any leftover impurities from the pores and balance the skin’s pH level, while essences—which have a slightly thicker texture—tend to be more hydrating.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of essences
Noun
  • These healthy Thanksgiving recipes cover the entire feast, from crunchy salads and make-ahead appetizers to satisfying plant-forward mains and festive desserts.
    — Zoe Denenberg, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The menu leans into crowd-pleasing seafood and vegetable-forward dishes, but pastas and hearty mains like a pork belly with roasted new potato and pane carasau cannot be missed.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of mains
Noun
  • Use that feedback to ease unnecessary burdens, clarify year-end priorities and align everyone for the year ahead.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Running for office means taking on significant personal burdens, like taking time off work, giving up control over your day-to-day life, and taking massive risks with your reputation and future.
    — Nicholas Carnes, Time, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of burdens
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