osmotic

as in absorbent

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Recent Examples of osmotic Unlike saline laxatives, osmotic laxatives do not contain salt.9 Magnesium sulfate also has topical uses. 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
  • This clever headband has a wide, absorbent silhouette to stand in the way, all without feeling tight on your scalp or leaving creases in your hair.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
  • Some also feature absorbent ingredients like charcoal and clay, which dermatologists agree can effectively soak up excess oil and give roots a fresher feel.
    Jenna Ryu, SELF, 25 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Landing in the bottom are Henry (for the sin of a spongy scallion pancake), Paula (for texture issues), and Bailey (for the aforementioned Pile of Stuff).
    Caroline Framke, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2025
  • The dough is too spongy, and the whole thing just doesn’t come together the way a great Neapolitan pizza should.
    Jamie Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Don't plant them under a large, thirsty tree with lots of surface roots.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Even as commercial energy demand continues to grow, people are already seeing higher residential energy prices in some regions where thirsty technologies such as AI are taxing the grid.
    The Editors, Scientific American, 18 Mar. 2025

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“Osmotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/osmotic. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.

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