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cosmetic

[koz-met-ik] / kɒzˈmɛt ɪk /
ADJECTIVE
beautifying; relating to appearance
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
disfiguring


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Although reducing visible belly fat may appeal to patients for cosmetic reasons, researchers emphasize that the potential medical benefits could be more important.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 11, 2026

For the record, Guy is a physically fit woman in her 60s who has not undergone cosmetic surgery, whom many women would kill to look like.

From Salon ● Oct. 1, 2026

"It's not just a cosmetic operation where you have body confidence benefits, you might also be able to do activities and exercise more. There's also the potential impact on back and neck issues," says Hawkins.

From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026

For cosmetic applications, the company shares rights with Switzerland’s Galderma.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026

“And when we’ve got you dialed in, we’ll get you a cosmetic cover.”

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen

Sodipo joined Plaid in October 2025 from Glossier, the cosmetics company.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026

The facilities produce raw materials used to make pharmaceuticals, clothing, cosmetics, detergents, construction materials and military explosives in the UK and Europe.

From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026

The list also reaches into the everyday commerce that binds the two economies, including cheese, seafood and cosmetics.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026

Companies are also protecting profit margins through productivity measures, and leaning on tariff refunds to weather rising costs, according to Lauren Lieberman, an equity research analyst at Barclays covering cosmetics, beverages and personal-care companies.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026

This goes for the non-food items as well—everything from toothpaste and cosmetics to disposable diapers, trash bags, and even batteries.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan




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