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Recent Examples of thicken
A little bit of starch thickens these liquids brilliantly.
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Molly Baz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 June 2025
The slim brush reaches every lash, while the B5 works behind the scenes to strengthen and thicken over time.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 29 May 2025
Vanilla bean paste contains the seeds of the vanilla pod mixed with sugar, extract, and thickening agents.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 6 July 2025
The death of the 32-year-old has shuttered the federal criminal prosecution and thickens the cloud of mystery surrounding the May 17 bombing attack at the American Reproductive Centers fertility clinic in Palm Springs, California.
—Scott MacFarlane 6, CBS News, 6 July 2025
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Molly Baz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 June 2025
The slim brush reaches every lash, while the B5 works behind the scenes to strengthen and thicken over time.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 29 May 2025
Vanilla bean paste contains the seeds of the vanilla pod mixed with sugar, extract, and thickening agents.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 6 July 2025
The death of the 32-year-old has shuttered the federal criminal prosecution and thickens the cloud of mystery surrounding the May 17 bombing attack at the American Reproductive Centers fertility clinic in Palm Springs, California.
—Scott MacFarlane 6, CBS News, 6 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thicken
Verb
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The whole squad has put up an impressive 18 scores in four tourney matches, though competition now stiffens for single elimination.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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My forehead stiffened and went numb, like it was made of concrete that had suddenly set.—
Sarah Miller,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2025
Verb
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This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.—
David Hochman,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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This interview has been lightly edited and condensed for clarity.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
25 July 2025
Verb
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That those brilliant turquoise waves had flattened and hardened into muted whites and grays.—
Laura Poppick
July 22,
Literary Hub,
22 July 2025
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Bottom line Gel polishes are painted on, similar to regular nail polish, and require UV or LED light to harden.—
Rebecca Dancer,
Allure,
18 July 2025
Verb
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Maple taffy: Made by boiling and freezing maple syrup on snow or ice to create a chewy candy, maple taffy is best eaten fresh, but it can be frozen for up to two months.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
19 July 2025
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Temperatures in that area often fell below freezing at night.—
Catherine Nicholls,
CNN Money,
19 July 2025
Verb
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Many Republicans view the legislation as Trump's signature domestic policy win, solidifying his agenda for years to come.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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While some observed slight banding in certain HDR10 content, recent updates appear to have largely resolved the issue—solidifying the G5 as the TV to beat in 2025.—
Ryan Waniata,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
Verb
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Wife guy, always a little mocking, curdled into the plainly pejorative.—
Jeremy Gordon,
The Atlantic,
9 June 2025
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That those possibilities curdle into exploitation is a result of Elisabeth’s own making.—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
12 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Contrary to popular belief, braiding tighter (and caking on product) does not mean the braids will last longer.—
Essence,
Essence,
16 July 2025
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Crews have uncovered RVs buried beneath layers of debris and vehicles caked in thick mud, as the search stretches into its seventh day.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 July 2025
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“Thicken.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thicken. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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