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Recent Examples of unguent
All the perfumed unguents and performative rituals of fame are present.
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Jeff Weiss, HollywoodReporter, 12 June 2025
The first was molecules from embalming ingredients such as oils, waxes and unguents.
—Sarah Everts, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 Feb. 2025
TikTok has its Get Ready With Mes, where influencers chat over their plethora of skin-nourishing unguents and artful makeup products.
—Constance Grady, Vox, 6 June 2024
Nevertheless, our ancestors had some inkling that different substances, when applied as ointments, unguents, or pastes, could protect or heal skin from a range of injuries, including sun damage.
—Discover Magazine, 2 Apr. 2024
But the notion of an alien worm producing its own mind-melting unguent doesn’t seem especially bonkers.
—Popular Science, 6 Mar. 2024
But the institutional gangrene to which Levin draws attention seems to me to go beyond what the unguents in our current chrismatories can heal.
—Michael Knox Beran, National Review, 6 Feb. 2020
Jeff Weiss, HollywoodReporter, 12 June 2025
The first was molecules from embalming ingredients such as oils, waxes and unguents.
—Sarah Everts, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 Feb. 2025
TikTok has its Get Ready With Mes, where influencers chat over their plethora of skin-nourishing unguents and artful makeup products.
—Constance Grady, Vox, 6 June 2024
Nevertheless, our ancestors had some inkling that different substances, when applied as ointments, unguents, or pastes, could protect or heal skin from a range of injuries, including sun damage.
—Discover Magazine, 2 Apr. 2024
But the notion of an alien worm producing its own mind-melting unguent doesn’t seem especially bonkers.
—Popular Science, 6 Mar. 2024
But the institutional gangrene to which Levin draws attention seems to me to go beyond what the unguents in our current chrismatories can heal.
—Michael Knox Beran, National Review, 6 Feb. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unguent
Noun
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If a lip mask isn't available, 100% petroleum jelly or a healing ointment with hyaluronic acid and ceramides can be used to lock in moisture.—
Maryal Miller Carter,
USA Today,
27 Dec. 2025
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For that reason, the multitasking ointment can usually be found in every medicine cabinet.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
25 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Philosophy Hope in a Jar Moisturizer Oprah’s been using this hydrating cream for decades.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
11 Jan. 2026
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Cook cream in a small saucepan over medium-high, stirring often, until reduced by half and slightly thickened, about 16 minutes.—
Amanda Stanfield,
Southern Living,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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My everyday product lineup includes a slew of cleansers, balms, serums, moisturizers, and eye creams to keep my face looking and feeling its best.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
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Memories of a winter on a secluded ranch in Montana are a critical balm for quarantine fatigue.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Keep your skin hydrated this winter with Sol de Janeiro’s Body Badalada lotion, and check out more of the brand’s best-selling products below.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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Follow up by keeping your skin hydrated and moisturized daily, using lightweight, fragrance-free lotion or oil immediately after showering on damp skin.—
Tatayana Yomary,
Essence,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The multipurpose salve became an instant classic for its glossy finish, long-lasting moisture, and minimalist packaging.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Antonoff spoke about how touring around the country acts as another salve to the current political turmoil, even as artists get front-row seats to how the nation is changing.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Bright, medium-deep yellow; aromas of gooseberry, pear, liniment, and hints of grapefruit and lime.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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From tea towels, hats, and keychains to mugs, snacks, and horse liniment, there’s a little something for everyone.—
Lennie Omalza,
The Courier-Journal,
30 Apr. 2024
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“Unguent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unguent. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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