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emollient

[ih-mol-yuhnt] / ɪˈmɒl jənt /




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However, in what would be a major policy shift, he has also said he would take a less emollient tone toward President Trump, whom his predecessor sought to cultivate.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 17, 2026

Like much of the international community, the Israeli prime minister is waiting to see if Sharaa makes good on his moderate, emollient stance in action as well as words.

From BBC Feb. 24, 2025

Some incorporate tallow with other emollient ingredients to make their own natural moisturizer.

From Salon Jan. 25, 2025

Lipner recommends slathering a thick emollient cream on the area, then putting on a pair of cotton socks and letting the moisturizer do its work while you sleep.

From Washington Post May 1, 2023

This underscored Bush’s esteem for the breadth of Lawrence’s scientific knowledge and his emollient managerial technique.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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