palliatives

Definition of palliativesnext
plural of palliative

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for palliatives
Noun
  • Petrochemicals include a wide range of non-fuel products derived from oil that are essential to the production of plastics, electronics, fertilizers, medicines and many other items.
    April 16, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Precious, an advocate for equitable access to medicines, and Anne-Claire, a respected global health diplomat, together helped ensure the world would be better protected from future pandemics.
    Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The Lanolips Phone Lip Balm Holder is a handy attachment your dry lips will thank you for, paired together with fun balms.
    Tory Johnson, ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
  • Today, that means everything from invisible formulas and tinted sunscreens to SPF lip balms and on-the-go sticks.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Special narcotics prosecutor Bridget Brennan said one apartment had all of the equipment necessary to package fentanyl.
    Jennifer Bisram, CBS News, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Sangha’s associate and Perry’s assistant also pleaded guilty to narcotics charges and are awaiting sentencing.
    Jordan Moreau, Variety, 8 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The proceeds will also accelerate Samsung SDS’s investments in AI infrastructure and strengthen its expansion as a full-stack AI solutions provider.
    Dylan Butts, CNBC, 15 Apr. 2026
  • Fortunately for me, there are emails that support the timing of the errors and the solutions.
    Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
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“Palliatives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/palliatives. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.

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