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Recent Examples of plaster
Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Oct. 2025
The dilapidated wooden trim and sagging porticos were spruced up a few years ago after preservationists complained to the Landmarks Preservation Commission, but the upstairs windows reveal glimpses of peeling paint, crumbling plaster, and collapsing ceilings inside.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 20 Oct. 2025
Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 16 Sep. 2025
As the show went on, the stand-up comedian reminded the audience members about the tally and plastered the number on a big screen.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
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Noun
All together, thanks to timeless (yet undeniably trendy) finishes like plaster and zellige tile, the look feels both modern and warm.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Oct. 2025
The dilapidated wooden trim and sagging porticos were spruced up a few years ago after preservationists complained to the Landmarks Preservation Commission, but the upstairs windows reveal glimpses of peeling paint, crumbling plaster, and collapsing ceilings inside.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
His face, plastered on the side of buses and in subway stations, has stalked me on my daily commute for weeks.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 16 Sep. 2025
As the show went on, the stand-up comedian reminded the audience members about the tally and plastered the number on a big screen.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plaster
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Another example would be the resurgence of Christian Louboutins, the fire-truck-red stilettos once synonymous with 2000s power dressing.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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From shearling and calf hair to beading and fuzzy fringe, discover the elements that transform everyday dressing into an immersive celebration of imagination and personal style, ahead.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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While a hoodie is usually known for its comfort rather than its style, Quince has a piece that nails both, according to shoppers.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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Ahead, shop the best petite matching sets perfect for packing light, traveling in comfort, and nailing your next airport outfit.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
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Swastikas and other graffiti have been daubed on synagogues and other sites, and security has been heightened at Jewish schools.—
Alex Holmes,
NBC news,
3 Oct. 2025
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But there is a distinction, Kutwala said, between flying flags from one’s own property and daubing paint across the town.—
Olivia Kemp,
CNN Money,
29 Aug. 2025
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His equaliser against Leganes in March was a perfect example, with Bellingham sharpest to react when a shot cannoned off the crossbar.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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His 79th-minute header from Andy Robertson’s free kick beat goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma but cannoned off the upright and across the face of the goal with no Liverpool player able to follow up, and the Premier League leaders ended up losing the last-16 tie in a penalty shootout.—
Andy Jones,
The Athletic,
13 Mar. 2025
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Your Skin Might Actually Improve There’s no cure-all cream or powder to reverse the hands of time, but strength training might also carry skin benefits.—
Julia Sullivan,
Health,
7 Nov. 2025
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Replace the cow’s milk with coconut milk or coconut cream in the cake batter.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The vacuum cleaner has powerful suction, and the mop cleans without sloshing and smearing water on the floor.—
Terri Williams,
Architectural Digest,
3 Nov. 2025
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Trudeau wrapped his other arm around Hadrien, who had smeared fake blood on the side of his face.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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The rest remained silent as Israel was barraged with accusations by fellow classmates.—
Sarah Meira Schlager,
Sun Sentinel,
2 July 2025
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When Murkowski finally appeared on the floor, she was quickly surrounded by Thune, Barrasso, Graham and Senate Finance Committee Chair Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), who barraged her on all sides with points and interjections.—
Alexander Bolton,
The Hill,
29 June 2025
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What to do: Gently scrub a granite countertop with a poultice and a soft cloth to eliminate lingering stains.—
Katelyn Squiers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Jan. 2025
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In 1260, Vincent of Beauvais gave instructions to travelers to use poultices (a dressing for wounds) made of oil, plants and quicksilver (mercury) to prevent and manage blisters — an all too frequent ailment experienced by pilgrims walking long distances.—
Megan Cassidy-Welch,
CNN,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Plaster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plaster. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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