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Recent Examples of osmotic
Unlike saline laxatives, osmotic laxatives do not contain salt.9 Magnesium sulfate also has topical uses.
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Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2024
Motions of the body, especially breathing and some osmotic action provide the pumping force.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 11 July 2024
The downside is that excess salt disrupts the body’s fluid balance promoting water retention known as osmotic edema, which can cause puffiness in the face and hands.
—Anita Bhagwandas, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 May 2024
Applying a small amount of unprocessed honey to the bite can reduce swelling and prevent infection because its osmotic effect draws out fluids from the wound, thereby cleaning it and protecting it against further bacterial invasion.
—Debbie Wolfe, Popular Science, 27 May 2024
Use Magnesium Citrate Magnesium citrate is an osmotic agent that may alleviate constipation.
—Karen Pallarito, Health, 12 May 2024
But there is so much else on the innovation horizon: osmotic energy, geothermal, nuclear fusion, autonomous farming, photonic computing, human longevity.
—Andy Kessler, WSJ, 31 Dec. 2023
Form There are four main types of laxatives for kids: stool softeners, osmotic laxatives, lubricant laxatives, and stimulant laxatives.
—Jenny Friedman, Ms, Parents, 3 Aug. 2023
Taking multiple type of laxatives or using osmotic laxatives specifically were linked to an even higher risk.
—Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Health, 9 Mar. 2023
Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2024
Motions of the body, especially breathing and some osmotic action provide the pumping force.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 11 July 2024
The downside is that excess salt disrupts the body’s fluid balance promoting water retention known as osmotic edema, which can cause puffiness in the face and hands.
—Anita Bhagwandas, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 May 2024
Applying a small amount of unprocessed honey to the bite can reduce swelling and prevent infection because its osmotic effect draws out fluids from the wound, thereby cleaning it and protecting it against further bacterial invasion.
—Debbie Wolfe, Popular Science, 27 May 2024
Use Magnesium Citrate Magnesium citrate is an osmotic agent that may alleviate constipation.
—Karen Pallarito, Health, 12 May 2024
But there is so much else on the innovation horizon: osmotic energy, geothermal, nuclear fusion, autonomous farming, photonic computing, human longevity.
—Andy Kessler, WSJ, 31 Dec. 2023
Form There are four main types of laxatives for kids: stool softeners, osmotic laxatives, lubricant laxatives, and stimulant laxatives.
—Jenny Friedman, Ms, Parents, 3 Aug. 2023
Taking multiple type of laxatives or using osmotic laxatives specifically were linked to an even higher risk.
—Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Health, 9 Mar. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for osmotic
Adjective
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Crafted from the same material as our favorite quick-dry towels — 100 percent long-staple Turkish cotton — this robe is absorbent, durable, and appropriately weighted for year-round use.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
16 Dec. 2024
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Damp and waterlogged fabrics are an immediate mood-killer after a hot shower, but a plush, absorbent one or a solid stone or wood surface can do wonders for soaking in moisture, keeping you dry, and one degree of separation away from a cold tile floor.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
28 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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What Does Bone Marrow Look Like? Bone marrow is the spongy cellular material within the bone cavities.—
Gagandeep Brar,
Verywell Health,
14 Feb. 2025
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The ground was covered in a spongy synthetic mat, according to Rocky Merz at the Cincinnati Parks Department.—
Jennie Key,
The Enquirer,
2 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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Frigid temperatures outside and dry heat inside can send your complexion on a roller coaster, leading to dry, thirsty skin.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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The 1970s were littered with thirsty men in the booth.—
Richard Deitsch,
The Athletic,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Osmotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/osmotic. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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