lather

Example Sentences

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The apes picked leaves, chewed them into a green-white lather, and rubbed the substance onto their arms and legs.

From Science Magazine • May 1, 2024

In tests comparing the products' foaming and cleansing abilities, the researchers found that the spun shampoo's lather lasted longer and cleaned human hair more thoroughly.

From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2024

She will lather with this pebbled lump until nothing remains.

From Salon • Jul. 8, 2023

A: Whether you should lather up daily depends on a number of factors, said Dr. Murad Alam, vice chair of the department of dermatology at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 11, 2023

Prudence was in a lather when she came home.

From "Walk Two Moons" by Sharon Creech