grooming

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Grooming is one of the most important social activities among apes, helping to strengthen bonds and maintain relationships.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

An article on “How to Fix Tech Neck Wrinkles” is now part of a Grooming Manual put out by men’s skincare brand Brickell, which has a new skin-tightening neck cream.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Grooming is scheduled for twice weekly this winter.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 15, 2023

Grooming also reduces habitat for wildlife, including threatened species such as the western snowy plover.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 20, 2023

This is what magazines call it: Good Grooming, as in horses.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood