cosmetic
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His outsider credentials are cosmetic, for a start.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
Like many, Tergenbayeva, said she was "attracted by the beautiful photos on Instagram" of other cosmetic operations.
From Barron's ● Jul. 17, 2026
It’s $80 for the base game and $100 for the “ultimate” version, which comes with a bunch of cosmetic items.
From Salon ● Jul. 13, 2026
GLP-1 drugs are not meant for a short-term or cosmetic weight loss - in any form.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
The ceilings are really high and beautiful with tons of natural light, and I see actual trees and lush greenery in the terminal right next to luxury-brand cosmetic stores.
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
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He dropped out of high school to follow John to a job at a cosmetics company, Fuller Products.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
If you’re heading outside, dermatologists recommend applying sunscreen in addition to SPF cosmetics.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 3, 2026
On top of that, Brazil’s economy is “wobbly,” with high interest rates affecting Natura’s cosmetics sales.
From Barron's ● Jun. 17, 2026
Lastly, investors need more clarity about Nestlé’s intentions around its stake in cosmetics giant L’Oréal.
From Barron's ● Jun. 10, 2026
One day while rummaging through the bathroom closet he found a bottle of Agua Florida that he had overlooked when taking Lucile the rest of Alice’s cosmetics.
From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers
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