powders 1 of 2

present tense third-person singular of powder

powders

2 of 2

noun

plural of powder

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of powders
Verb
Their technique also involves working with a variety of unexpected materials like plasters, metallic powders and even coffee powder. Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for powders
Verb
  • The man simply pounds the zone.
    Dan Freedman, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The Luxe Café automatically grinds beans to the appropriate size and volume for your drink, and has a hands-free frothing system for creating hot and cold foam.
    Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Oct. 2025
  • The White House is halting $18 billion in New York infrastructure funding due to concerns over diversity and inclusion practices and as the first day of a federal shutdown grinds government work to a halt.
    Gregory Korte, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The micro-weave of aramid disperses oils, prevents slipping, and maintains consistent grip over time.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 12 Oct. 2025
  • Sources of fat include oils, nuts, butter, avocados, and fatty fish.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 11 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • When their cores run out of fuel, gravity crushes them inward, triggering supernovae that leave behind a neutron star or black hole.
    Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 8 Oct. 2025
  • However, Dort’s fate is sealed after the chandelier crashes down and crushes him to death.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The four fragrances will be available to purchase in a wide assortment, including three-wick candles, fine fragrance mists, body creams, body washes, foaming hand soaps, hand sanitizer sprays, laundry care, decor and wallflowers.
    Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
  • The right diapers and creams are a godsend for cleanup, while easy-to-wipe down changing pads and diaper pails make nighttimes a little more seamless.
    Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Vegas beats itself with Geno Smith interceptions.
    Greg Cote October 9, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2025
  • Peg beats Mel at most of the games because of her extensive experience in law enforcement.
    Ali Barthwell, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • For example, Carolina Herrera is known for their lipsticks and fragrance, so the latest collection drew inspiration from that, with a personalized temple on a pair taken directly from a lipstick bullet.
    Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025

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“Powders.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/powders. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.

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