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balm

[bahm] / bɑm /




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Toronto-area lip balm producer Warren Levine said he has been dismayed by the trade battle given the traditionally close ties between the U.S. and Canada.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 30, 2026

What to be aware of: Whatever your look, don't share your balm or lipstick.

From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026

The games have been inevitably exciting, especially as now that they’re in the knockout round, but the overall sensation was unexpected relief, a soul-soothing balm.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026

By Sunday, it becomes something quieter: nourishment for the week ahead, a small, steadying balm against the Sunday scaries.

From Salon ● Apr. 26, 2026

What they called tea in the citadel was only herbs like mint and lemon balm.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor

The research, published in the Journal of Archaeological Science, analyzed 35 samples of balms and bandages from 19 mummies.

From Science Daily ● Mar. 16, 2026

She said the company is trying to appeal to younger consumers with more offerings such as limited-edition eye-shadow sticks and shimmer balms at low prices.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 1, 2025

Now, nearly a decade and many petitions later, the prodigal wrap returns to the United States with the kind of quiet fanfare usually reserved for cult-favorite lip balms or discontinued sodas.

From Salon ● Jun. 18, 2025

Banal balms surround Janice, slowly driving her mad.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 4, 2025

The shelves are lined with apothecary bottles that twinkle like jewels, as well as clear jars and magnificent flasks containing resins, balms, waxes, and oils made from flowers, plant secretions, and extracts.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton




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