as in drug
a smooth substance that is rubbed on the skin to help heal a wound or to reduce pain or discomfort
You should put some ointment on that cut.
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Recent Examples of ointment
The fly in the ointment is likely Liverpool and their own managerial situation.
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Peter South, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Pack a small bag with bandages, gauze pads, medical tape, antibiotic ointment, and hand sanitizer.
—Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2026
As for wound care, every surgeon has their own protocols, but most recommend avoiding sun exposure and keeping the incision coated with an antibiotic ointment or a salve like Aquaphor.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026
Talk with the healthcare provider about using an oral antibiotic or topical ointment.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
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Peter South, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Pack a small bag with bandages, gauze pads, medical tape, antibiotic ointment, and hand sanitizer.
—Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2026
As for wound care, every surgeon has their own protocols, but most recommend avoiding sun exposure and keeping the incision coated with an antibiotic ointment or a salve like Aquaphor.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026
Talk with the healthcare provider about using an oral antibiotic or topical ointment.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 22 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ointment
Noun
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Prosecutors said José Luis Salazar-Cruz received the drugs from Tijuana and Mexicali.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The strikes were carried out under Joint Task Force Southern Spear, an ongoing mission focused on targeting transnational criminal organizations operating along key maritime drug routes in the region.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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What a process of lotions, potions, all sorts of serums, creams and oils, and some techy stuff like an ultrasound peel and cold oxygen bursts.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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In Greek mythology, the goddess Panacea carried a potion that could heal any disease.—
Ariana Eunjung Cha,
Washington Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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Investigators say multiple pit bull type dogs with scarring were taken from his property; as well as harnesses, syringes and vet medications.—
Juli McDonald,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The potential exposure at the community college involves multidrug-resistant TB, a type of infection that does not respond to standard medications.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
14 Apr. 2026
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As an aside, often responses will come in that do attempt to diagnose a medical condition or remedy based on a brief description of a problem in a letter.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Another remedy or obstacle, depending on your viewpoint, is coming to the city in the form of speed cameras.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Apr. 2026
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Inside the backpack was an Ibuprofen bottle which contained four Alprazolam pills and one Oxycodone pill — both of which are Schedule II drugs that require a prescription, per the report.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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One industry survey estimated that 90% of all prescriptions filled in 2024 were generic or biosimilar, but these accounted for only 12% of drug spending.—
Deidre Popovich,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2026
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As grandmother imparts her wisdom about the plants’ connection with phežúta — medicines — and the importance of giving thanks for their bounty, the pair sings a special song to stinging nettle, chokecherry, red clover, milkweed, elderberry, and golden rod.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
12 Apr. 2026
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But Cuba’s economy has been in a recession since before the COVID pandemic years, and medicine and food shortages have only worsened year after year.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
12 Apr. 2026
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The lotion is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and acne-prone skin.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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Looking for a new lotion of your own?—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
8 Apr. 2026
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Due to orbital mechanics reasons, the crucial translunar injection burn had to happen about when the crew was a dizzying 115 miles (185 km) above Earth, less than half the altitude of the orbiting ISS.—
Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
14 Apr. 2026
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Some resistance to the injection of advertising figures in actual programming likely remains.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Ointment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ointment. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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