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powder

[pou-der] / ˈpaʊ dər /
NOUN
fine, loose grains made by crushing a solid
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Whey protein powder used to be a niche supplement sold in big jars to fitness mega-enthusiasts.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Combine with the olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, herbs and lemon zest.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

I have ordered protein powder in America that took longer to arrive than the entire Maltese national election took to occur.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

Blackstone BX -0.03%decrease; red down pointing triangle has raised $13.1 billion in its largest Asia private-equity fund, joining the number of firms gathering dry powder to invest in the world’s fastest-growing region.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Her breath was warm and soft, and she smelled like baby powder and sunshine.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce




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