powder

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Start with aromatics: a little oil in the pan, onion and garlic powder if that’s what you have, or the fresh versions if you don’t.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

I always get the Andante, a cold brew with maple syrup, salted sweet cream foam, cacao powder and pink salt.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

NSW transport minister John Graham told broadcasters his state was keeping its "powder dry" as "this situation will last more than a month".

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

He also won a $4.69 billion verdict in 2018 for women and their families who said asbestos-tainted talcum powder caused ovarian cancer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

Either the copper percussion cap might fail to spark, or the black powder in the barrel might fail to ignite because of dampness.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson