palliatives

Definition of palliativesnext
plural of palliative

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for palliatives
Noun
  • Those closures affected 20% of global air cargo capacity, raising the risk of delays for higher-value cargo such as medicines, aircraft components and electronics.
    Vidya Mani, The Conversation, 25 Mar. 2026
  • Some pharmacies offer take-back programs for prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, and there are also mail-in options using a prepaid envelope.
    Cody Godwin, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • From masks to serums, balms, tints and exfoliators, lips have never felt or looked so good.
    Tory Johnson, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
  • Creams and balms melt into skin without tugging, while newer powder formulas are silky enough to avoid that chalky, flat look.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 5 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Blotter paper can absorb fentanyl and other narcotics like LSD, which can then be distributed through the mail.
    CBS News, CBS News, 26 Mar. 2026
  • An investigation revealed that Turkvan was allegedly continuing to sell narcotics after his 2025 sentencing, court records show.
    Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The Hiram community is coming together to lay out concerns and solutions after a state senate bill called on the city to be dissolved.
    Monique John, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026
  • Aquarius January 20 – February 18 Creative play can currently present surprisingly valuable solutions.
    Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 24 Mar. 2026
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“Palliatives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/palliatives. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.

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