powder

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It’s named for an electrical engineering alum who landed a job in 1909 selling explosives for the E.I. du Pont de Nemours Powder Company, and eventually worked his way up to treasurer.

From Barron's • Dec. 26, 2025

In addition, Kenvue could be on the hook for lawsuits outside the U.S. and Canada over talc-containing Johnson’s Baby Powder.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 4, 2025

Matt Lorelli, a senior editor for the skiing and resort digital site Powder, wrote that Curtis suffered severe injuries while descending Ahhh Chute, “a challenging trail” on Palisades’ famous KT-22 lift.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2025

With just a few hours notice, demonstrators filled the grassy hill at the top of Powder House Park.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2025

Powder from the massive crystals coated the floor like glistening snow.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young