as in potions
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 ointments
Don't add any oils or ointments to a humidifier.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
Compact yet surprisingly comprehensive, the Welly kit includes flexible fabric bandages, waterproof options, non-stick pads, tape, cleansing wipes, and single-use antibiotic ointments.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2025
Zinc also exists in various forms, including gels, lotions, mouth rinses, ointments, and oral supplements.
—Cynthia Sass, Health, 11 Dec. 2025
How to Wash Cotton Skin Care Gloves Cotton gloves used for skin care should be washed regularly to keep them free of bacteria that can cause skin irritation and to prevent product buildup from creams, balms, and ointments used to treat skin conditions.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
Current treatments range from antidepressants to topical ointments.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Oct. 2025
The chronic condition can cause irritation but flare-ups can be managed through diet, as well as ointments or creams.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 9 Oct. 2025
A lot of pharmaceutical companies have created nonsteroidal options over the years, but these tend to be ointments and pretty greasy ones at that.
—Megan McIntyre, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Topical Anti-Itch Treatments Over-the-counter ointments and creams contain hydrocortisone, witch hazel, or a numbing medicine.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 5 Sep. 2025
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
Compact yet surprisingly comprehensive, the Welly kit includes flexible fabric bandages, waterproof options, non-stick pads, tape, cleansing wipes, and single-use antibiotic ointments.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2025
Zinc also exists in various forms, including gels, lotions, mouth rinses, ointments, and oral supplements.
—Cynthia Sass, Health, 11 Dec. 2025
How to Wash Cotton Skin Care Gloves Cotton gloves used for skin care should be washed regularly to keep them free of bacteria that can cause skin irritation and to prevent product buildup from creams, balms, and ointments used to treat skin conditions.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
Current treatments range from antidepressants to topical ointments.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Oct. 2025
The chronic condition can cause irritation but flare-ups can be managed through diet, as well as ointments or creams.
—Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 9 Oct. 2025
A lot of pharmaceutical companies have created nonsteroidal options over the years, but these tend to be ointments and pretty greasy ones at that.
—Megan McIntyre, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
Topical Anti-Itch Treatments Over-the-counter ointments and creams contain hydrocortisone, witch hazel, or a numbing medicine.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ointments
Noun
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Buettner’s not into popping pills and downing potions.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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Enslaved people also worried about dangerous potions, because they could be used to settle disputes or end romantic rivalries.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Jan. 2026
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On occasion, seized drugs earmarked for testing at a state laboratory never made it there, a source with knowledge of the subsequent investigation told CNN.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
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Statins, cholesterol-lowering drugs taken by 200 million people worldwide, are safer than previously believed, new research suggested.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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By comparison, hair transplant procedures in the United States generally range from $10,000 to $20,000 or more and usually cover the surgery alone, with anesthesia, medications and follow-up care often billed separately.—
Karen “KH” Koehler
February 4,
Miami Herald,
4 Feb. 2026
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This year, Ro, which offers access to GLP-1 medications and telehealth appointments, ramped up its commitment to the Super Bowl and bought a spot in the traditional game broadcast on NBC.—
Lillian Rizzo,
CNBC,
4 Feb. 2026
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As business secretary in 2009-2010, Mandelson allegedly passed sensitive documents discussing financial crisis remedies and a European currency bailout to the financier.—
Jill Lawless,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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Using a hand massager during pregnancy Carpal tunnel syndrome is common during pregnancy, leading pregnant women to search for natural remedies.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Zipline’s work in these countries provide 24/7, on-demand, last-mile delivery of medical products like blood, vaccines and essential medicines via the drone technology to private hospitals and clinics, public health systems, suppliers, distributors and independent medical professionals.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Feb. 2026
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The state does, however, ban the purchase of alcohol, tobacco products, vitamins, medicines and hot foods with FoodShare benefits, among other items.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
3 Feb. 2026
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Medicine isn’t just about prescriptions.—
Crystal Cene,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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Medicaid paid about $287 for the unlawful prescriptions written for the undercover agent, according to authorities.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Ointments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ointments. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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