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Recent Examples of mucilage
In the first batch, the beans were washed, and the mucilage (the inner layer of the pulp) was stripped away before being dried.
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Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 19 May 2023
Most of the soluble fiber in flaxseeds is called mucilage (which contains 35%–45% fiber).
—Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 25 Aug. 2023
Okra Okra is known for its sticky mucilage, which works as a thickening agent for stews and gumbo.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 13 Sep. 2023
When combined with water, mucilage forms a gel-like consistency.
—Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 25 Aug. 2023
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Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 19 May 2023
Most of the soluble fiber in flaxseeds is called mucilage (which contains 35%–45% fiber).
—Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 25 Aug. 2023
Okra Okra is known for its sticky mucilage, which works as a thickening agent for stews and gumbo.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 13 Sep. 2023
When combined with water, mucilage forms a gel-like consistency.
—Cynthia Sass, Mph, Rd, Health, 25 Aug. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mucilage
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An occasional one among us males will pitch in to place the silverware or perhaps fill the water glasses.Mike Masterson, arkansasonline.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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Use a water glass or other container that’s a little smaller than the bulb to allow the roots to dangle in the water without the bulb falling inside and getting stuck.Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2024
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Last but not least, wind turbines' large blades are constructed from fiberglass, carbon fiber, or epoxy resin, rendering conventional recycling procedures ineffective.Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Bundled fibers are stuffed into a huge mold, epoxy resin is injected, and heat and pressure do the rest.IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 28 Mar. 2012
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Jalapeño, garlic, dill and salt are mashed together to form a paste that provides the backbone of a quick-spiced tomato sauce.Mia Leimkuhler, New York Times, 4 Jan. 2025
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On a recent Wednesday, Anna brightened up her hummus with shatta ($6.99) — a bright-red chile paste that adds a kick when wiped through the hummus with a triangle of warm pita bread.Anna Spoerre, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025
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He was seen as the glue that held everybody together, Wong said.Emma Hall, Sacramento Bee, 13 Jan. 2025
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Alcohol has long been central to American life—raised in toasts, poured at celebrations, and served as a social glue.Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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The Savage x Fenty Extra Stay Adhesive Bra comes with its own storage pouch and is made with strong adhesive that’ll stay put even in a tropical climate.Jamie Ballard, Allure, 2 Jan. 2025
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Each receiver has a keyhole and a double-sided adhesive to attach to various items around the house.Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
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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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Fire officials have admitted they were overwhelmed by the size and speed of the fire.Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
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Managing, interpreting and anticipating trends has become indispensable to businesses, regardless of size and scope.Abdulwahab Mohammed, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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Winemaker Carlo Ferrini’s blend is of 50% Cab, 40% Merlot and 10% Carménère, fermented in cement tanks, macerated for 15 to 18 days then aged in Slovenian and French barrels for six months, softening the wine.John Mariani, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Caldera 6 Trail Running Shoe Strenuous hikes on uneven terrain and long walks on hard cement are made a lot more comfortable thanks to the Caldera 6 trail shoes.Michelle Rostamian, People.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Mucilage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mucilage. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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