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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
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.
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Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Like the items in your kitchen, medications (including creams, ointments, pain relievers, and more) all come with their own set of expiration dates.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Accepted medications that can be disposed of at the event include tablets, capsules and other solid forms of prescription drugs, patches, vaping devices and cartridges with lithium batteries removed, prescription ointments, pet medications and vitamins.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
In 2026, however, formulas are more playful, blurring the lines between lip care and flair—pairing the benefits of traditional ointments with the versatility of makeup.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 2 Mar. 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
Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 29 Apr. 2026
Like the items in your kitchen, medications (including creams, ointments, pain relievers, and more) all come with their own set of expiration dates.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Accepted medications that can be disposed of at the event include tablets, capsules and other solid forms of prescription drugs, patches, vaping devices and cartridges with lithium batteries removed, prescription ointments, pet medications and vitamins.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
In 2026, however, formulas are more playful, blurring the lines between lip care and flair—pairing the benefits of traditional ointments with the versatility of makeup.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 2 Mar. 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ointments
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And the marketplace tried to sell us car-shining potions, mirror defoggers and kitchen slicers and dicers.—
Amaia Gavica,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2026
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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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The flowing fluid can transport hydraulic power to actuators, carry chemical substances such as drugs or sensing agents, and potentially transmit information signals through fluidic pathways.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 June 2026
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Pennington said in his statement there is no indication drugs or alcohol were involved in the crash.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
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Although the study measured people’s ability to manage medications and healthcare, the results of the study are not an indictment on the individual, but rather a call to action for the health system to improve communication and collaboration with patients, Wolf said.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
10 June 2026
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Gopuff, based in Philadelphia, is a delivery service for everything from groceries and household items to over-the-counter medications and alcohol, according to the company website.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2026
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In a statement, Miami-Dade Department of Transportation and Public Works said that the County Attorney’s Office is actively pursuing all available legal and financial remedies to recover damages from Phoenix.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2026
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The green light doesn’t appear to require any divestitures, behavioral remedies or concessions.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
12 June 2026
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The flight would carry critical medicines, food, nurses and doctors.—
Shirsho Dasgupta,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2026
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Thick biologics and medicines typically require big needles and long hospital infusions.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
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The Danish drugmaker’s CEO Mike Doustdar celebrated the milestone, saying in an interview with CNBC that Novo was able to accelerate prescriptions even as Lilly introduced its own GLP-1 pill in April.—
Angelica Peebles,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
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Her medical bills now total more than $16,000, and her monthly prescriptions run $386.—
Eric Thomas,
Sun Sentinel,
6 June 2026
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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
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Best lotions for tattoos This body lotion soothes the itchiness and irritation from a new tattoo.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Ointments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ointments. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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