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Recent Examples of poulticeWhat 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 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 See All Example Sentences for poultice
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plaster
Noun
Lit candles, images on paper and a plaster statue of the folk saint Gauchito Gil, flowers in green plastic bottles, simple bouquets of jasmine floating in rotten water inside coffee cans, a lot of plastic flowers to keep the place colorful.
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Mariana Enriquez
October 2,
Literary Hub,
2 Oct. 2025
Rather than paint, Wayne used Valspar Terra Venetian plaster on the walls in a rich, earthy hue.
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