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as in sweat
a state of nervous or irritated concern
he worked himself into a lather waiting for the results of the test
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as in to lick
to strike repeatedly
the farmer lathered the recalcitrant mule
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Recent Examples of lather
Kiana Murden, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2024
The signature citrus scent is intoxicating, the crystal pink goop is stunning, the lather is so rich and luxurious.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 12 Sep. 2024
The main ones with a bad rap include sulphates (which make your shampoo lather up to cleanse your hair), silicone (used to reduce frizz and add shine) and parabens (preservatives that stop products going off).
—Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 19 Mar. 2024
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Noun
The formula works into a moisturizing lather that leaves coils bouncy and ready for styling.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2024
The signature citrus scent is intoxicating, the crystal pink goop is stunning, the lather is so rich and luxurious.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Verb
Gone are the days of visiting a Texas Roadhouse restaurant and scrapping ever last bit of butter from the small scoop of it, to lather it onto your last fluffy roll.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 12 Sep. 2024
The main ones with a bad rap include sulphates (which make your shampoo lather up to cleanse your hair), silicone (used to reduce frizz and add shine) and parabens (preservatives that stop products going off).
—Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 19 Mar. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lather
Noun
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This style has plenty of airflow thanks to a breathable mesh upper and a comfortable fit with a cushioned foam midsole.—
Lauren Fischer,
People.com,
23 Jan. 2025
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Made of breathable, body-moulding foam with ‘snow technology’ that channels away heat and humidity, Casper mattresses check off all the boxes.—
Anna Haines,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Foreman tried to steady himself and go after Ali but stumbled into rapid-fire combinations that spun him around like a drunken ballet dancer — punches with enough impact to throw a spray of his sweat across the ring.—
Mikal Gilmore,
Rolling Stone,
17 Jan. 2025
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The chemical makeup of ring around the collar is different from stains on the underarms of shirts, which are caused by a combination of sweat and the aluminum found in many deodorant and antiperspirant formulas.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Buffy loves to groom—in other words, lick—my hair, probably as an act of dominance, according to my vet.—
Elizabeth Denton,
Allure,
28 Jan. 2025
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Having another week off to lick wounds is pretty nice, too.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Volunteers were charged around 25 cents per huff, bringing in good profit for those who’d invested in the necessary gas tanks, tubes, and breathing bags.—
Oshan Jarow,
Vox,
7 Dec. 2018
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The huffs and hums, produced by two women standing face-to-face and vocalizing from their throats, is believed to be one of the oldest music forms in the world.—
Lale Arikoglu,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Aug. 2024
Verb
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Mercury has a delivery for Rachel, but the guys who have lashed the Stanfields to a couple of chairs and are interrogating them rather roughly are in the way.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Jan. 2025
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Cats hide pain well, Koski said, but perhaps their owners have noticed them biting or lashing out.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
25 Jan. 2025
Noun
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There’s nothing animatronic about the crabs skittering in the turquoise surf on the southeastern tip of Eleuthera in the Bahamas.—
Mark Gauert,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Jan. 2025
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Nearby, the state park’s gorgeous beach itself has a mile of sugar-fine sand that draws anglers for surf fishing and families for beach volleyball.—
Terry Ward,
Outside Online,
19 Jan. 2025
Noun
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But there is no big fuss made for them, no extra support, just a gaggle of siblings walking out into a cold, stark parking lot to feel what must be every emotion imaginable, but certainly relief, heartbreak, and anger.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
27 Dec. 2024
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The last time Donald Trump was president, Republican lawmakers eliminated 15 rules with little fuss and not much publicity.—
Gord Magill,
Newsweek,
20 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Today infernos whipped by a perfect storm of high winds and drought conditions hit the Western edges of the United States especially hard.—
Jennifer Jolly,
USA TODAY,
17 Jan. 2025
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As the fire came closer, whipped by strong winds barreling down the mountains, no ambulance appeared.—
Claire Fahy,
New York Times,
14 Jan. 2025
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“Lather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lather. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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