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What to do: Gently scrub a granite countertop with a poultice and a soft cloth to eliminate lingering stains.
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Katelyn Squiers, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Jan. 2025
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
Other standout treatments include the Alpine Muscle Relief massage, which helps weary bodies recover after an exerting day, and the Spirit of the Mountains, which incorporates massage and a warm herbal poultice of lemongrass, kaffir lime and sweet basil.
—Linnea Covington, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
Of particular note: The roquefort cheese that Lafayette sent her has mold on it that can help with potential infection; Rachel can make a poultice.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 3 Jan. 2025
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Katelyn Squiers, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Jan. 2025
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
Other standout treatments include the Alpine Muscle Relief massage, which helps weary bodies recover after an exerting day, and the Spirit of the Mountains, which incorporates massage and a warm herbal poultice of lemongrass, kaffir lime and sweet basil.
—Linnea Covington, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
Of particular note: The roquefort cheese that Lafayette sent her has mold on it that can help with potential infection; Rachel can make a poultice.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for poultice
plaster
Noun
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Warm, textured materials such as canvas, plaster and wood sit alongside clean, modern elements made from steel and glass.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
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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
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“Poultice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/poultice. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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