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powder

[pou-der] / ˈpaʊ dər /
NOUN
fine, loose grains made by crushing a solid
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They work to tackle hygiene poverty, helping people in 100 of the most deprived parts of the UK to have access to products such as shampoo, washing powder and toothpaste.

From BBC Jul. 19, 2026

A “generational bear market” is looming for investors with little powder to take advantage of, as they have chased rising popular stocks, warns one veteran wealth manager.

From MarketWatch Jul. 17, 2026

The buttermilk powder gives them that signature tang, but you can also skip the individual seasonings and use a packet of ranch seasoning instead.

From Salon Jul. 14, 2026

The group attributed the belated increase to increased demand for cocoa powder and some customers "replenishing their stocks".

From Barron's Jul. 9, 2026

Fiercely, she scrubbed out her alpana design until no traces of the rice powder remained on the threshold.

From "Rickshaw Girl" by Mitali Perkins




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