mucilage

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Recent Examples of mucilage Slippery elm: This herb, like marshmallow root, contains mucilage. Jessica Migala, Health, 19 June 2024 In the first batch, the beans were washed, and the mucilage (the inner layer of the pulp) was stripped away before being dried. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 19 May 2023 Most of the soluble fiber in flaxseeds is called mucilage (which contains 35%–45% fiber). Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 25 Aug. 2023 Okra Okra is known for its sticky mucilage, which works as a thickening agent for stews and gumbo. Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 13 Sep. 2023 See all Example Sentences for mucilage 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mucilage
Noun
  • An occasional one among us males will pitch in to place the silverware or perhaps fill the water glasses.
    Mike Masterson, arkansasonline.com, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Use a water glass or other container that’s a little smaller than the bulb to allow the roots to dangle in the water without the bulb falling inside and getting stuck.
    Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2024
Noun
  • These substances are found in polycarbonate plastics, epoxy resins, food and drink containers, water bottles, thermal paper (e.g. receipts), and the linings of metal cans.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
  • Last but not least, wind turbines' large blades are constructed from fiberglass, carbon fiber, or epoxy resin, rendering conventional recycling procedures ineffective.
    Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Used mixing bowls and a container of chicken base paste were stored on top of clean plates used to serve customers.
    Camila Pedrosa, Sacramento Bee, 7 Feb. 2025
  • To avoid censorship, the poets published it using a mimeograph machine and wallpaper paste.
    Zach Helfand, The New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • The monthlong process for making a single piece involves 45 steps (with no glue), each of which is painstakingly done by hand.
    Katie Chang, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
  • But, a lot like his college coach, Bednarik has the qualities that Lamoriello and his amateur staff look for in a future NHL glue guy.
    Arthur Staple, The Athletic, 17 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • According to Howerton Eye Clinic, frequent use of false lashes—especially those applied with adhesive—can lead to allergic reactions, bacterial infections and even damage to the natural lash line.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025
  • Back in 2020, Lo Presti, a research assistant professor in biomedical engineering, was working on the challenge of underwater adhesives.
    Sophie Charara, WIRED, 24 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The arrow shafts were also coated with birch bark pitch–considered a Stone Age superglue.
    Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Zenzal attaches the transmitters to hummingbirds’ backs using a tiny drop of superglue and a larger dab of eyelash glue, which is nontoxic and will eventually come off without hurting the birds.
    Nala Rogers, Discover Magazine, 1 Oct. 2019
Noun
  • Despite their size, interactions between humpback whales and humans are uncommon, and the species is not considered a threat to people.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 14 Feb. 2025
  • Experts told Sports Business Journal that the Giants’ valuation could beat the Eagles’ numbers based on the size of the New York City market.
    Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 14 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Image The Cement Garden By Ian McEwan The premise alone is goose bumps grim: After the death of their mother, four children decide to hide her body in a trunk of cement in their basement and fend for themselves rather than surrender to social workers and foster care.
    M.L. Rio, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2025
  • True burnout, on the other hand, feels like trying to run with cement blocks tied to your feet.
    King Holder, Rolling Stone, 30 Jan. 2025

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“Mucilage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mucilage. Accessed 24 Feb. 2025.

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