as in to grind
to reduce to fine particles
you have to powder the antibiotic tablet and mix it with food
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Recent Examples of powder
Elise Taylor, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2024
In the wake of their failure to stop Obamacare, the Republican Party’s more pragmatic lawmakers wish that the Tea Party would powder their wigs, oil their single-shot muskets, and leave the governing to others.
—Michael Kazin, Foreign Affairs, 18 Oct. 2013
Betty Gold Kider, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 June 2025
Montana’s allure is undeniable: The landscapes are vast, the towns are laid-back, and the access to the outdoors—be that hiking in alpine meadows, fly-fishing cold rivers, or skiing fresh powder—is unmatched.
—Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 6 June 2025
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Verb
Elsewhere, her teammate Kayla powders her undereyes while in a split on the floor.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2024
In the wake of their failure to stop Obamacare, the Republican Party’s more pragmatic lawmakers wish that the Tea Party would powder their wigs, oil their single-shot muskets, and leave the governing to others.
—Michael Kazin, Foreign Affairs, 18 Oct. 2013
Noun
After shaking the smoothie base with liquid for a solid several minutes, there were still chunks of unblended powder left behind.
—Betty Gold Kider, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 June 2025
Montana’s allure is undeniable: The landscapes are vast, the towns are laid-back, and the access to the outdoors—be that hiking in alpine meadows, fly-fishing cold rivers, or skiing fresh powder—is unmatched.
—Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for powder
Verb
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The nation’s court system has been ground zero for pushback to President Donald Trump’s sweeping conservative agenda, with about 200 lawsuits filed challenging policies on everything from immigration to education to mass layoffs of federal workers.—
Lindsay Whitehurst,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2025
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While the Bruins took care of some key business in the hiring of new head coach Marco Sturm, the team’s scouting and management staffs have been been grinding through some planning for the future that is just as vital as the next coach.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
6 June 2025
Noun
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An alternative is to buy natural repellent products made with essential oils, a growing market that includes sprays and creams made from the oils of mint, citronella, lavender and other plants.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 June 2025
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About the Line Messy is launching with five products: shampoo, conditioner, a rough dry cream, silk spray, and overnight hair serum.—
Kara McGrath,
Allure,
6 June 2025
Verb
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His answers often incite him to pound his fist on the meeting table, interspersed with loud exclamations.—
Thor Svaboe,
Robb Report,
13 June 2025
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His approach emphasizes collaboration with industry to create a framework where the rules are clearly known as the primary regulatory tool rather than aggressive enforcement based on applying existing laws, which many industry insiders described as pounding a square peg into a round hole.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 June 2025
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American and Soviet oil gave the Allies a strategic advantage over the Axis powers.—
Wal van Lierop,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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The Coast Guard is working with crews using oil absorbent materials and skimmers to remove fuel from the water.—
Hanna Park,
CNN Money,
5 June 2025
Verb
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The pressure in each case was almost immediately crushing.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
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Venice is a bucket list destination for many, but as the city buckles under the crushing weight of overtourism, savvy travelers are beginning to look for alternatives.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2025
Noun
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With an interior slip pocket and a zip pocket, there’s a surprising amount of places to safely keep your on-the-go must-haves, including lip balm and lipstick, gum, and hand sanitizer.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2025
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The Thunderbolts* actress, who appears to be seated in a car, wore a soft smoky eye and mauve lipstick.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
6 June 2025
Verb
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Representatives of the property management company milled a block away holding drills.—
Liam Dillon,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
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Everything is freshly made and ingredients impeccably sourced; the wheat for the noodles is even grown and milled right outside the city.—
Eleanor Aldridge,
AFAR Media,
30 May 2025
Noun
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And tucked in one aisle, a collection of lotions and balms that wouldn’t look out of place in a high-end apothecary — but come from nearby farms.—
David Hudnall,
Kansas City Star,
8 June 2025
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Today, Typology has a broad skin care offering, making up 98 percent of the line, from face moisturizer to serum and cleansing lotion.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
30 May 2025
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“Powder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/powder. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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