Thesaurus results for PORE

pore

noun

Definition of pore

as in cavity

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Recent Examples of pore The niacinamide in this formula simultaneously shrinks pores, smooths wrinkles, and improves uneven texture. — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 16 June 2026 What sets these acne-safe formulas apart is their lightweight, noncomedogenic ingredient lists, carefully designed to keep pores clear while helping minimize redness and excess shine. — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 12 June 2026 One of the more novel technical bets is the hydrogen storage system developed by Rux Energy UK, which uses nanoporous materials – materials riddled with microscopic pores that trap hydrogen molecules – to store the gas compactly and at low pressure. — Omar Kardoudi june 09, New Atlas, 9 June 2026 Other delightful details include down pillows and duvets, thick terry bathrooms, and a light-up bathroom mirror for getting up close and personal with every pore. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for pore

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Noun

Nor does improved plaque or reduced bleeding mean users will develop fewer cavities or avoid periodontitis in the coming years.

— Mike McRae, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2026
Sprinkle salt mixture all over outside of the turkey as well as inside the cavity of the turkey, patting to adhere and nudging some into every crevice.

— Andy Baraghani, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of cavity

Noun

Slight slits created tension at the cuffs of the full-length dress’ long sleeves.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026
The Victoria’s Secret Angel’s body makeup blended seamlessly with her strapless gown, which had a thigh-high slit and matching detached sleeves.

— Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of slit

Noun

The flies lay hundreds of eggs in the wounds, inflamed tissue, mucous membranes, and orifices of warm-blooded creatures.

— Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 7 Aug. 2026
The unlucky nobleman Tullus was bitten by a fierce haemorrhois, causing blood to pour from his eyes, nose, ears, mouth, and other orifices and outlets.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 July 2026

Definition of orifice

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After disc removal, the resulting interspace requires robust reconstruction to restore height, alignment, and stability.

— Richard Menger MD MPA, Forbes.com, 8 May 2026
Many of the bacteria at least partially survived, which helps to test one of the parameters for the theory of panspermia—that life on Earth originated somewhere else and was brought here on an asteroid or other interspace body.

— Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics, 14 Sep. 2020

Definition of interspace

Noun

Budgets get frozen, promotion slots get capped, and decisions get made above your manager’s head where even a manager who wants to help can’t.

— Brian Jenney, IEEE Spectrum, 5 Nov. 2026
Crafted from pebbled leather with a fabric lining, the bag features a minimalist silhouette, a subtle metal logo, a zip closure, and three credit card slots to keep essentials organized.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of slot

Noun

Timberlake didn’t elaborate who the friend was but added that the friend was going through their own breakup, and that the track was modeled after Timberlake’s own public split.

— Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 8 Nov. 2026
The victory earned Long Island a split of its season-opening two-game series in Greensboro.

— C.J. Holmes, New York Daily News, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of split

Noun

Sprinkle salt mixture all over outside of the turkey as well as inside the cavity of the turkey, patting to adhere and nudging some into every crevice.

— Andy Baraghani, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Nov. 2026
Crabs and mussels, prehistoric bugs, bits of seaweed, tiny minnows, they all get deposited, then stranded, in the cracks and crevices on top of these massive rocks.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of crevice

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