lather

Example Sentences

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The apes picked leaves, chewed them into a green-white lather, and rubbed the substance onto their arms and legs.

From Science Magazine • May 1, 2024

In tests comparing the products' foaming and cleansing abilities, the researchers found that the spun shampoo's lather lasted longer and cleaned human hair more thoroughly.

From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2024

A decades-old, small-batch soap-making process results in a dense cream that quickly turns into a luxurious lather on the skin, which means a dollop the size of a pea will do the trick.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2023

“Marvin’s Room,” “Shot for Me” and “HYFR” also stood out as the star worked his fans into a collective lather.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 26, 2023

It seemed as though whenever I reported anything to her, she would work herself up into a lather: I was seeing things; was I being too sensitive; did I have specific details?

From "Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High" by Melba Pattillo Beals