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Recent Examples of mucilage
The digestive process strips the mucilage from the beans and induces fermentation.
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
The mucilage in bladderwrack—a gel-like substance—can benefit individuals with gastritis or indigestion by coating irritated mucous membranes along the digestive tract.
—Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 6 Dec. 2024
Chia's soluble fiber and mucilage form a thick and sticky gel in the digestive system, which may prevent the absorption of nutrients.
—Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 9 Sep. 2024
Slippery elm: This herb, like marshmallow root, contains mucilage.
—Jessica Migala, Health, 19 June 2024
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
The mucilage in bladderwrack—a gel-like substance—can benefit individuals with gastritis or indigestion by coating irritated mucous membranes along the digestive tract.
—Boutayna Chokrane, WIRED, 6 Dec. 2024
Chia's soluble fiber and mucilage form a thick and sticky gel in the digestive system, which may prevent the absorption of nutrients.
—Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 9 Sep. 2024
Slippery elm: This herb, like marshmallow root, contains mucilage.
—Jessica Migala, Health, 19 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mucilage
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The water glass finish emits a cozy, diffused glow that nods to the vintage aesthetic, while the angular shape is a distinctly contemporary touch.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
29 Apr. 2025
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Jo Malone London Lavender & Moonflower Pillow Mist $52 Bloomingdale's Room & Linen Aromatherapy Duo $28 Koala Eco Conceal the clutter Your brain is less likely to settle down if your nightstand is overflowing with tchotchkes, books, and empty water glasses.—
Miranda Silva,
Architectural Digest,
17 Mar. 2025
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Image The Bruce’s exhibition artist, Sean Murtha, created the depictions using materials such as plaster, clay, paint and epoxy resin.—
Shivani Vora,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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The lower-level floor presents Miss Sixty’s signature yellow epoxy resin floor in contrast with the stainless steel displays and a modular lighting.—
Andrea Onate,
WWD,
25 Feb. 2025
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Make a paste of baking soda and water, and then apply it to the affected skin.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
11 July 2025
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One way to fix this issue is by using whitening products—whether that be strips, pastes, pens, or any of the other innovative formulas on the market.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
10 July 2025
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Most things that come into contact with naturally occurring asphalt and tar are immediately painted with this natural glue.—
Ian Rose,
JSTOR Daily,
23 July 2025
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Max is literally the glue that has held his family together.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 July 2025
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Silicone scar tape, also known as silicone gel sheeting and silicone scar sheets, is a medical-grade adhesive that can minimize the appearance of scars.—
Brendan Camp,
Verywell Health,
25 June 2025
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Some are screw-mounted while others have strong adhesives to keep them in place.—
Kat de Naoum,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 June 2025
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The arrow shafts were also coated with birch bark pitch–considered a Stone Age superglue.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
5 Dec. 2024
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Zenzal attaches the transmitters to hummingbirds’ backs using a tiny drop of superglue and a larger dab of eyelash glue, which is nontoxic and will eventually come off without hurting the birds.—
Nala Rogers,
Discover Magazine,
1 Oct. 2019
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Paddling on the waters that sustain their lands reminds them of the sacrifices their families endured to preserve their fishing and hunting rights, their ongoing struggle to restore a watershed the size of West Virginia, the fight to bring fire and salmon back to the lands and waters.—
Debra Utacia Krol,
AZCentral.com,
21 July 2025
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The set is on sale in twin, full, queen, and king sizes, and each one includes one or two matching shams depending on the size selected.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
20 July 2025
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Combining teak, cement, and wicker, the different layers of texture create a unique setting to enjoy elaborate dinner parties or casual family meals in style.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
16 July 2025
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Since its inauguration the southern port has received several ships including a vessel delivering cement from Panama and another with rice from Cap-Haïtien in the north.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
16 July 2025
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“Mucilage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mucilage. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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