as in drug
a smooth substance that is rubbed on the skin to help heal a wound or to reduce pain or discomfort
You should put some ointment on that cut.
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Recent Examples of ointment
Lotions, ointments, and creams all trap moisture in your skin.
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Rena Goldman, Health, 30 Sep. 2024
This form is available as an oral supplement, topical ointments, and injectable formulas.
—Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2024
Some individuals may require a prescription cream or ointment to treat their dry skin properly.
—Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 9 Oct. 2024
This comes stocked with the brand's most beloved offerings: Shea Butter Hand Repair Creme, Coconut Foot Cream, Hand Salve, Beeswax Lip Balm, Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream, and a multi-purpose Res-Q ointment.
—Anamaria Glavan, Allure, 5 Oct. 2024
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Rena Goldman, Health, 30 Sep. 2024
This form is available as an oral supplement, topical ointments, and injectable formulas.
—Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2024
Some individuals may require a prescription cream or ointment to treat their dry skin properly.
—Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 9 Oct. 2024
This comes stocked with the brand's most beloved offerings: Shea Butter Hand Repair Creme, Coconut Foot Cream, Hand Salve, Beeswax Lip Balm, Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream, and a multi-purpose Res-Q ointment.
—Anamaria Glavan, Allure, 5 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ointment
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The former and future president is planning to use tariffs to pressure other countries into addressing the influx of drugs entering the U.S. and addressing the ongoing migrant crisis.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Listen to this article A man who was allegedly found with multiple types of drugs following a traffic stop in Norwich on Monday tried taking off from state police before troopers were able to pull him out of the SUV and arrest him.Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 10 Dec. 2024
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There are a number of combat potions that allow for enhanced abilities of perks in the artifact.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
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There's also an order of marshmallow potion macchiato with 18 pumps of marshmallow ube swirl, two shots of vanilla flavoring, four shots of hazelnut, four shots of blueberry, four shots of coconut, 12 teaspoons of sugar and skim milk.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
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If over-the-counter medications aren’t enough, doctors may prescribe corticosteroid medications or a cortisone injection.Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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This occurs because the RDAs include magnesium from all sources—food, beverages, dietary supplements, and medications.Cathy Nelson, Verywell Health, 11 Dec. 2024
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Immune system boost Negative thoughts may manifest into chemical reactions that can affect the body by bringing on more stress, according to the Mayo Clinic, which means laughter could be a remedy for better health.Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 8 Dec. 2024
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The judge's remedy is novel, and could become a blueprint for other courts.Dan Primack, Axios, 5 Dec. 2024
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In these roles, PBMs decide what pharmacists and pharmacies are paid to dispense prescription medications.Bruce Japsen, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Some do require a prescription, while others can be an antihistamine, like Benadryl, which can help with motion sickness.Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 17 Dec. 2024
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Her cause of death was determined to be untreated pneumonia, combined with anemia and drug intoxication from prescription and over-the-counter medications, including painkillers and cold medicine.Mackenzie Schmidt, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
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Here, garland drapes over each medicine cabinet and fills a small bowl on the vanity top, adding punches of color and festivity without being too literal.Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2024
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Countdown to Midnight, featuring subtle notes of smooth scotch, comes in a body wash, body spray and hydrating body cream, while Cue the Confetti, with hints of blackberry, comes in a body lotion, body cream, fragrance mist and body wash.Julia Teti, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
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This Burt’s Bees kit, which over 100,000 shoppers have purchased in the past month, comes with travel-size versions of the brand’s best-sellers, including a cleanser, hand salve, body lotion, foot cream, and lip balm.Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
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Underwood, 44, is scheduled to be killed by lethal injection at the Oklahoma State Penitentiary in McAlester on December 19.Jenna Sundel, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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The state allows prisoners to choose their preferred method of execution: lethal injection or gas chamber.Annabella Rosciglione, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Ointment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ointment. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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