as in to grind
to reduce to fine particles
you have to powder the antibiotic tablet and mix it with food
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India Espy-Jones, Essence, 16 Sep. 2024
For all that, no one in Europe seemed to consider dry-roasting and powdering the spice, then frying it with mustard seeds, shallots, and perhaps cumin, turmeric, and coriander, to make a masala, the first step in so many Indian dishes.
—Abraham Verghese, Travel + Leisure, 24 July 2024
Johna Burdeos, Health, 4 Dec. 2024
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A cup of spicy Soul Chai masala chai couldn’t be easier to make–just add hot water and milk to the spiced powder for something seriously warming and delicious.
—Rona Berg, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Diana Ross lashes, circular blush, powdered under eyes, and a dark, glossed lip.
—India Espy-Jones, Essence, 16 Sep. 2024
For all that, no one in Europe seemed to consider dry-roasting and powdering the spice, then frying it with mustard seeds, shallots, and perhaps cumin, turmeric, and coriander, to make a masala, the first step in so many Indian dishes.
—Abraham Verghese, Travel + Leisure, 24 July 2024
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Psyllium Seeds Psyllium seeds are typically available in ground form, known as psyllium husk or psyllium powder.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 4 Dec. 2024
Holiday Gift Ideas of Food from India Soul + Hygge
A cup of spicy Soul Chai masala chai couldn’t be easier to make–just add hot water and milk to the spiced powder for something seriously warming and delicious.
—Rona Berg, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Over the last year, Russia has been on the front foot, with the exception of Kursk, and has been grinding deeper into eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk region despite heavy losses.Samya Kullab and Tara Copp, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024
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Choose your favorite salt for this recipe, and if possible, freshly grind the black pepper for the best flavor.Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 12 Dec. 2024
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Corn chowder, cream of potato soup, tomato soup, vegetable soup, fruit soup…fruit soup?The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 19 Dec. 2024
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The Chocolate Chess pie is a favorite, made of chocolate, butter, cream and vanilla.John Brandon, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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But, that reality doesn’t stop the evangelists from pounding their chests and boldly declaring that everything from babies to Roombas should be put on chain.Jordan Yallen, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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There’s just something hot about a man, woman, or they/them who can pound the drums with precision and skill and provide a constant, stable, rhythmic beat for their fellow band members’ somewhat more theatrical, look-at-me musical skills.Emma Specter, Vogue, 2 Dec. 2024
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Salicylic acid takes on blemishes and blackheads, while tea tree oil and witch hazel deliver antibacterial benefits.Deanna Pai, Allure, 13 Dec. 2024
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Gradually add oil, whisking constantly, until combined.Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2024
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Texas will be trying to overcome a crushing loss to Georgia in the SEC title game.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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The Bottom Line: Tackle The Identity Shift The biggest hurdle, says Gill, is the mindset shift that creates the idea of being a person who behaves in certain ways, as opposed a person who uses willpower to crush a checklist.Janine MacLachlan, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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Lydia shuts it down immediately and runs off to admonish herself for putting on that lipstick.Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2024
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Nails, lipstick, sweaters, and beanies have all been influenced by this color trend, acting as the cherry on top of any outfit.Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
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Tea is always served promptly at four o’clock in the afternoon, and regular guests begin to mill about around 3:45, waiting to snatch their favorite pastry before someone else does.Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
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Paradise flycatchers fervently follow kudu and bushbuck, feeding on mosquitoes and other flying insects that mill around the antelope.Scott Travers, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Countdown to Midnight, featuring subtle notes of smooth scotch, comes in a body wash, body spray and hydrating body cream, while Cue the Confetti, with hints of blackberry, comes in a body lotion, body cream, fragrance mist and body wash.Julia Teti, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
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This Burt’s Bees kit, which over 100,000 shoppers have purchased in the past month, comes with travel-size versions of the brand’s best-sellers, including a cleanser, hand salve, body lotion, foot cream, and lip balm.Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
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