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Recent Examples of pores
Another standout, silymarin (which is extracted from milk thistle, a plant related to daisies and ragweeds), helps prevent oil oxidation—the culprit behind clogged pores and early signs of aging—while salicylic acid delivers gentle, pore-clearing exfoliation for a clearer complexion over time.
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Sarah Han,
Allure,
27 Jan. 2026
Sarah Han,
Allure,
27 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pores
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The cap-sleeve tee has pintucked pleats across the chest, side slits, and a subtly relaxed fit.
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The pair of breezy pants feature a tie at the waist and thigh-high slits on either side of her legs, creating the illusion of a wrap skirt.
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The extra saliva helps rinse away food particles and bacteria that can contribute to cavities, making gum a useful addition to your travel routine.
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Hummingbirds do not nest in cavities, choosing to build their tiny nests in trees and shrubs instead.
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The experts say New World screwworms are different, as females tend to lay eggs in wounds or body orifices, such as the ears or nose.
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While these cases highlight the risks of wounds and vulnerabilities, many others show that the flies will happily infest in normal orifices, such as the ears and nose.
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Low apertures can also help if devices are capable, as can wide-angle lenses on traditional cameras.
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The only structural change has been the addition of three pyramidlike apertures to light the studio/living room.
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This secure style can be zipped inside a travel tote or crossbody bag and has enough slots and space to hold credit cards, an ID, and cash or coins—both of which are useful in Europe, especially at cafes where there may be a minimum spend to use a credit card or Apple Pay.
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The new Aurora Hollywood Casino has more than 1,000 slots and 50 gaming tables.
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Vacuum along baseboards, in mattress seams, and inside the crevices of upholstered furniture, too.
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The crevices may not be fully cleaned through the dishwasher.
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So, too, does the idea that a soccer coach could close fissures that even the well-meaning among career politicians have failed to seal.
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The group is particularly interested in suspending, fracturing, and reconstructing time through which othered bodies and identities pass, and in exploring the attendant emerging fissures.
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“Pores.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pores. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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