makeups

plural of makeup
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as in cosmetics
preparations intended to beautify the face she never left the house without applying her makeup and arranging her jewelry

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as in layouts
the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged the makeup of the memorial is strikingly simple: a single massive globe signifying world unity

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Noun
  • Cabin layouts also vary—some are much more suited to mobility needs than others.
    Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
  • For instance, concierge staff should know flight statuses, airport layouts and alternative routes in case of disruptions.
    Pascal Bélanger, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • The standard outlines specifications for invoice content, defining the mandatory and optional elements that an e-invoice must or may include, and provides guidance on structuring these elements within machine-readable XML formats.
    Aleksandra Bal, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
  • While electronic invoicing will become the default system for issuing invoices within the EU, member states will retain the option to allow alternative formats for certain types of transactions.
    Aleksandra Bal, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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  • But this year, a number of artists contributed even more music to the collection, with some dropping brand new compositions and others putting festive spins on beloved tracks released by other stars in previous years.
    Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 26 Dec. 2024
  • Musical compositions The latest crop of compositions spans the era's jazz standards, show tunes, pop music and more.
    Rachel Treisman, NPR, 26 Dec. 2024
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  • While their historical contexts and religious meanings differ, both holidays invite us to reflect on themes of hope, resilience, and the triumph of light over darkness.
    Don Yaeger, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • These themes complement the primary Christian story of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection.
    Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Makeups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/makeups. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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