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Recent Examples of solvent
This change would go a long way to keeping the trust funds solvent.
— Keith Harmeyer, Towson
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Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 27 June 2025
The solvent, on the other hand, does not subject fibers to swelling and therefore, avoids typical laundry issues.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 28 July 2025
Vinegar, while technically more of an acid than a solvent, helps clear away mineral, inorganic crud.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2025
After which, see its superfluity yet again relative to market entities that have long and capably filled central bank functions of providing near-term liquidity to the solvent, along with regulation to ensure sound operation based on those loans.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025
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Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 27 June 2025
The solvent, on the other hand, does not subject fibers to swelling and therefore, avoids typical laundry issues.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 28 July 2025
Vinegar, while technically more of an acid than a solvent, helps clear away mineral, inorganic crud.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2025
After which, see its superfluity yet again relative to market entities that have long and capably filled central bank functions of providing near-term liquidity to the solvent, along with regulation to ensure sound operation based on those loans.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solvent
Noun
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This two-piece bundle from Lysol comes with a travel-sized pack of 15 germ-killing disinfectant wipes, plus a TSA-friendly 1.5-ounce spray that’ll come in handy for hotel room cleanups.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Aug. 2025
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Think of it this way: if a restaurant kitchen were repeatedly cited for unsanitary conditions, the solution wouldn’t be simply to douse the finished plates of food with a disinfectant.—
Lou Rinaldi,
Hartford Courant,
9 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Alternatively, this cabinet can be used in the laundry room over the washing machine to keep detergents and dryer sheets organized and in reach.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Aug. 2025
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Each kit contained towels, hangers, pillows, a shower caddy, comforter, detergent and hamper, all packed into a medium-sized plastic storage bin.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
jsonline.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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If possible, gently wash the bite with soap and water.—
Tina Chen,
Mercury News,
22 Aug. 2025
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At home, Kopelman recommends cleaning the area with soap and water, applying a cold compress in 10-minute intervals, and elevating the affected limb to reduce swelling.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Solvent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solvent. Accessed 29 Aug. 2025.
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