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Recent Examples of kohl
Weapons used in battle, as well as hunting tools, personal artifacts, and hygiene products like ivory kohl applicators, carnelian and faience beads, scarabs, and protective amulets identified at the site reveal greater insights about the occupant’s daily lives and practices.
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Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 11 Sep. 2024
The team leaned on the Polished Grunge collection, a duo featuring cream shadow sticks and kohl liners.
—Tira Urquhart, Essence, 8 Sep. 2024
Archaeologists found human-hair wigs in tombs of priestesses and kohl kits for eyeliner in Nefertiti’s tomb.
—Sabina Wex, Glamour, 17 June 2024
His large eyes were lined with kohl, and his lips were painted a moist pink.
—Hilton Als, The New Yorker, 8 Apr. 2024
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Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 11 Sep. 2024
The team leaned on the Polished Grunge collection, a duo featuring cream shadow sticks and kohl liners.
—Tira Urquhart, Essence, 8 Sep. 2024
Archaeologists found human-hair wigs in tombs of priestesses and kohl kits for eyeliner in Nefertiti’s tomb.
—Sabina Wex, Glamour, 17 June 2024
His large eyes were lined with kohl, and his lips were painted a moist pink.
—Hilton Als, The New Yorker, 8 Apr. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kohl
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Companies have looked for less intrusive measures to prevent small, more expensive items from being stolen like razors and mascara.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN,
22 Jan. 2025
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There are now even Clinique Black Honey products for the face, including blush and mascara.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
25 Jan. 2025
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An article from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website said strychnine is a white, odorless, bitter crystalline powder mainly used as a pesticide, particularly used to kill rats.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
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Once liquid blushes, bronzers, and eye shadows came on the scene, many people learned just how dewy and radiant their skin could look when not totally dehydrated with a powder coating.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2025
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Stewart posed in nude lipstick for a new MAC Cosmetics campaign and gave PEOPLE tips on how to take the perfect cheeky photos Comments All eyes are on Martha Stewart.—
Hedy Phillips,
People.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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After decades of wearing one particular lip color, her go-to lipstick has become her signature shade.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Southern Living,
28 Jan. 2025
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Like our favorite eye creams, many of these top picks are spiked with skin-loving ingredients such as glycerin, cica, arnica, and licorice root extract to boost hydration and promote even skin tone.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
30 Jan. 2025
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The treat is then topped with vanilla cream and more chocolate cookie pieces.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Miami Herald,
30 Jan. 2025
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After the Trump administration's additional 10% levy on Chinese imports took effect Tuesday, China announced a 15% tariff on U.S. coal and liquified natural gas, along with a 10% tariff on crude oil, agricultural machinery and some cars, that is set to kick in Feb. 10.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2025
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New satellite imagery suggests North Korea is expanding a key port, with analysts pointing to recent additions that could increase the site's capacity to import oil and receive naval vessels, according to an analysis by 38 North, a program of the Stimson Center think tank.—
Anders Fogh Rasmussen,
Newsweek,
4 Feb. 2025
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Next came a cream blush—and placement is key for this part.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
3 Feb. 2025
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For Sabrina Carpenter, that means red or nude lipstick, exaggerated pink blush, and soft, cascading blonde curls.—
Leah Prinzivalli,
Allure,
3 Feb. 2025
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After dominating high-profile events like the Emmys and MTV Video Music Awards in 2024, stars including Dakota Fanning, Emma Stone and Ali Wong brought rouge hues into 2025, wearing them at the 2025 Golden Globes.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
26 Jan. 2025
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Sheryl Lee Ralph’s sculpted rouge gave her cheekbones a lift, while Kerry Washington’s circular pink blush exaggerated her grin.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
6 Jan. 2025
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Thank You Farmer's Sun Project Water Sun Cream feels like a lightweight lotion and is infused with similar ingredients, like moisturizing glycerin, vitamin E, and niacinamide.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
23 Jan. 2025
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Use a moisturizing lotion or cream, depending on the season and humidity level.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Kohl.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kohl. Accessed 10 Feb. 2025.
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