as in dusty
consisting of very small particles
the kind of powdery snow that is perfect for skiing
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Recent Examples of powdery
Not only will it be set against the backdrop of powdery white sand and turquoise waves, but there is also a ballroom, as well as beachfront and outdoor venues.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
Dolshun recommends diatomaceous earth, a natural alternative to harsher insecticides that comes as a powdery substance that can be easily sprinkled in problem areas.
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Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
17 June 2026
The mile-long stretch of powdery white sand in its namesake state park is strewn with driftwood and shells, turning the beach into an organic art installation.
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Ana Pelayo Connery,
Travel + Leisure,
16 June 2026
The scent is inspired by the moon, with notes of cooling musk, powdery iris, and warm, golden amber that represents a pool of moonlight.
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Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
Dolshun recommends diatomaceous earth, a natural alternative to harsher insecticides that comes as a powdery substance that can be easily sprinkled in problem areas.
—
Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
17 June 2026
The mile-long stretch of powdery white sand in its namesake state park is strewn with driftwood and shells, turning the beach into an organic art installation.
—
Ana Pelayo Connery,
Travel + Leisure,
16 June 2026
The scent is inspired by the moon, with notes of cooling musk, powdery iris, and warm, golden amber that represents a pool of moonlight.
—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for powdery
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Let’s solve this Wordle and hit the not-so-dusty road!
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So if your dusty old printer is starting to kick the can, consider the reliable HP Smart Tank 5101.
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And Beale is perfect as the politically savvy, fine-food-loving Ser Simon, joining in Season 2.
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Los Angeles will shell out $120,000 for outside lawyers to fight a lawsuit filed by Councilmember John Lee challenging an ethics fine.
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“Powdery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/powdery. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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