palliatives

plural of palliative

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for palliatives
Noun
  • The four other suspects were allegedly found carrying ammunition, narcotics and a black suitcase, per Infobae.
    Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 27 June 2026
  • In addition to the large amount of methamphetamine discovered, there were also materials and photos indicating multiple stages of narcotics production, authorities said.
    Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2026
Noun
  • In Pasadena, volunteers at the restaurant Chamo Venezuelan Cuisine collected supplies, issuing a special plea for bandages, gauze, painkillers and other over-the-counter medicines.
    David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026
  • The collection also accepts medical sharps, including diabetic needles, blood lancets, insulin pens, epi-pens, syringes, expired over-the-counter medicines and non-narcotic prescriptions.
    Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026
Noun
  • For the summer itchiness of bug bites, poison ivy and other types of contact dermatitis, dermatologists recommend anti-itch balms such as hydrocortisone cream, calamine lotion or oatmeal baths.
    ABC News, ABC News, 27 June 2026
  • Not all lip balms offer the kind of long-lasting hydration this one does.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 26 June 2026
Noun
  • Ali Aydan is the founder and CEO of DORIX, building Britain’s smart access solutions legacy brand.
    Ali Aydan, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
  • For more nostalgic Tupperware finds and other useful food storage solutions at Amazon, keep reading.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 23 June 2026
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“Palliatives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/palliatives. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.

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