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powder

[pou-der] / ˈpaʊ dər /
NOUN
fine, loose grains made by crushing a solid
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Combine with the olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, herbs and lemon zest.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

I have ordered protein powder in America that took longer to arrive than the entire Maltese national election took to occur.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

Blackstone BX -0.03%decrease; red down pointing triangle has raised $13.1 billion in its largest Asia private-equity fund, joining the number of firms gathering dry powder to invest in the world’s fastest-growing region.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The recall is based on California Dairies, Inc. recalling dry milk powder.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Lily is done with the foundation now, and has moved on to brushing a powder over my face.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish




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