Definitions

sunscreen

[suhn-skreen] / ˈsʌnˌskrin /

NOUN

sunblock

Synonyms

WEAK

skin protection sun cream sunblocker suntan lotion

Example Sentences

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sunscreen

Dove and La Roche-Posay peddle samples of antiperspirant and sunscreen.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026

It will stop becoming entertaining when every survivor has to wear SPF sunscreen rated at least 1,000 just to take out the trash.

From Salon ● Aug. 28, 2026

Like other tour guides, Giusto always urges tourists to stay hydrated, wear a hat and sunscreen.

From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026

Soak up some sun … or slather on the sunscreen?

From Slate ● Jul. 30, 2026

“This is the best day ever,” Emma declares as she sprays sunscreen onto all the kids.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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Lyrics from "Everybody's Free (To Wear Sunscreen)" by Baz Luhrmann

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