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lotion

[loh-shuhn] / ˈloʊ ʃən /


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Originally used in 16th-century England to describe a new idea in philosophy or religion, the term can be used to define almost anything, from a new sunscreen lotion to an mRNA vaccine.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

When his dad’s balance from his personal allowance started to go over the limit, Murguia had to use it to buy things such as shampoo and body lotion.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 14, 2025

Wearing custom-made, medical-grade compression stockings can help manage the condition, and experts also recommend patients elevating their legs at night and using lotion.

From BBC • Jul. 18, 2025

“We had a few families that had children with eczema, and they needed a certain kind of lotion, and we were able to give out gift cards for that,” said organizer Brandon Lamar.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2025

I can smell peppermint and his spicy aftershave lotion.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh