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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
Noun
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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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Fry gently for 2 minutes, turning down heat if needed, smashing the anchovies into a paste with a fork.—
Cathy Thomas,
Mercury News,
28 May 2025
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Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of curry paste to the empty side of the pan and cook, stirring constantly until fragrant, 1 minute.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 May 2025
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Love was the glue that held everything together for the Class 1A state champions.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 June 2025
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Additionally, there were nearly 100 dead or dying roaches in areas across the taco shop, including more than 50 inside a glue trap on the floor beneath the two door reach-in cooler.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacbee.com,
4 June 2025
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Alvear used Après Nail Gel-X Almond Medium Tips as the base for Lisa's claws, then crafted the curved shape with the brand's Extend Gel Novice adhesive.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
15 Apr. 2025
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Advertisement The stainless steel strip, called a cant rail assembly, between the windshield and the roof on both sides, is bound to the truck’s assembly with a structural adhesive, the NHTSA report said.—
TIME,
TIME,
20 Mar. 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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The sea mammals can live up to 90 years, and reach sizes of 60 feet in length and 40 tons, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2025
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Your protein needs depend on factors like your body size and your activity levels.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
2 June 2025
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The wheels are wider than those on a regular wagon and come with deep treads for maneuvering over sand, cement, rubber, grass, and more.—
Izzy Baskette,
People.com,
2 June 2025
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Workers dug up the cement and chipped away, but couldn’t find the time capsule.—
Jeff Gritchen,
Oc Register,
30 May 2025
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“Mucilage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mucilage. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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