lotion

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Originally used in 16th-century England to describe a new idea in philosophy or religion, the term can be used to define almost anything, from a new sunscreen lotion to an mRNA vaccine.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

When his dad’s balance from his personal allowance started to go over the limit, Murguia had to use it to buy things such as shampoo and body lotion.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 14, 2025

Wearing custom-made, medical-grade compression stockings can help manage the condition, and experts also recommend patients elevating their legs at night and using lotion.

From BBC • Jul. 18, 2025

She moved his useless limbs around to get his blood flowing and rubbed them with lotion and creams.

From Slate • Feb. 4, 2025

He wasn’t sure if it was shampoo, body spray, lotion, or what.

From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly