Thesaurus results for OINTMENTS

ointments

noun

plural of ointment

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 Over-the-counter creams, ointments or suppositories can soothe itching and swelling overnight. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026 Over-the-counter creams, ointments, or suppositories may also help relieve itching and swelling. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Sep. 2026 Additionally, about 3% to 6% of people have a skin allergy to neomycin, a key ingredient in most antibiotic ointments, according to the National Institutes of Health. — Dr. Jill Grimes, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026 Compared to creams and lotion, ointments have a higher oil content for a better sweat- and water-resistant effect. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026 Waad was treated at the hospital, but the family can no longer afford the medication ointments necessary to help her heal. — Diaa Ostaz, ABC News, 24 July 2026 The retreat also builds in plenty of time for rest and provides rehydration salts as well as ointments for ostomy care. — Katie Camero, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026 As co-creator (with series director Jeff Schaffer, a Curb and Seinfeld alum) and star, David casts himself as the fly in many historical ointments. — Judy Berman, Time, 24 June 2026 Hydrocortisone creams or ointments may help short-term inflammation or itching, but people shouldn’t use topical steroids for more than two weeks at a time because these drugs can make the skin thinner and lead to inflammation. — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 29 Apr. 2026

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Noun

Yes, there were moments of humor, such as getting magic potions around the campfire at the end of each stage by whacking helpless little elves, but most of it was played straight, to great effect.

— Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Sip on your potions with an iridescent coffee mug this Halloween season.

— Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of potions

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Police said drugs and drug paraphernalia were also recovered during the investigation.

— Vince Basada, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2026
Though historically rare, murder or homicide charges in high-speed crashes that don’t involve drugs or alcohol are becoming increasingly common, according to experts interviewed by USA TODAY.

— Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2026

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But these days, a wide range of treatments are available that can offer relief — from at-home remedies like warm compresses and over-the-counter eye drops to prescription medications.

— Maria Godoy, NPR, 4 Sep. 2026
Some of this criticism can be chalked up to differing interpretations of the science, and of how best to treat stubborn afflictions such as anxiety and depression when all of the remedies have potential downsides.

— Olga Khazan, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of remedies

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Cargo shipments may include anything from general merchandise, like a company’s flower bouquet orders, to dry ice, perishable medicines, parcels, fish, fruit and other goods.

— Amanda Musa, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2026
That could potentially pave the way for genetic medicines in other neurological conditions that could restore cognition, communication, and other skills in patients with intellectual disabilities.

— Jason Mast, STAT, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of medicines

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During the trial, Reddington’s questioning focused on her various antipsychotic and antidepressant prescriptions given to her by different providers and possible side effects.

— Selena Barrientos, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2026
Fill Prescriptions for Less The Pharmacy at Costco covers the basics, from prescriptions and vaccinations to pet medications.

— Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of prescriptions

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Their body care kit gets to the root of smooth skin with a trio of products including a pre-sluff bar that rids it of lotions and oils, a washable textured mitt that sloughs off dead cells and a eucalyptus-scented body lotion that loads it with hydration while making your bathroom smell like a spa.

— Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Best lotions for tattoos This body lotion soothes the itchiness and irritation from a new tattoo.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026

Definition of lotions

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