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powder

[pou-der] / ˈpaʊ dər /
NOUN
fine, loose grains made by crushing a solid
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WEAK




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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

From there, I add red pepper flakes, dried oregano, garlic powder and whatever leafy herbs need using up.

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

That’s extreme, but many of us keep too much dry powder for future opportunities.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Only then does he notice Phineas's hands and forearms, which are black with powder burns.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman




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