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a book used for instruction in a subject
a primer of human anatomy
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Recent Examples of primers
The budget fight has sparked pointed comments in committee meetings where Tanner and Grow have offered primers to their fellow legislators about how the Joint Finance and Appropriations Committee works to set the state’s budget.
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Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
Below, find detailed tips for how to apply makeup for mature skin, with product recommendations for hydrating primers, firming serums, radiant foundations, and more.
—Alexis Berger, InStyle, 15 Jan. 2026
One/Size is currently offering 13 products at Boots, including top seller On ‘Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray and various primers formulated for a variety of skin tones and types.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 14 Jan. 2026
Molecules called primers bind only with the common sections of viral genetic code, but not with the many other types of DNA that are floating around in human wastewater.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
There are specialty primers for drywall, mold, exteriors, and more.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 29 Dec. 2025
The best eye shadow primers could be the make-or-break step that decides whether your look stays flawless or fades before lunchtime.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Dec. 2025
With both courtesies and catastrophes refusing to conform, the canton’s school board, publishers, and clergy were forced to produce multiple editions of primers, textbooks, and catechisms; sometimes five parallel print runs were needed for a population the size of a town.
—Simon Akam, New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2025
To preserve their quality, store cans of primers, stains, and spray paints in a cool, dark place like your basement, not your outdoor shed.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2025
Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026
Below, find detailed tips for how to apply makeup for mature skin, with product recommendations for hydrating primers, firming serums, radiant foundations, and more.
—Alexis Berger, InStyle, 15 Jan. 2026
One/Size is currently offering 13 products at Boots, including top seller On ‘Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray and various primers formulated for a variety of skin tones and types.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 14 Jan. 2026
Molecules called primers bind only with the common sections of viral genetic code, but not with the many other types of DNA that are floating around in human wastewater.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
There are specialty primers for drywall, mold, exteriors, and more.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 29 Dec. 2025
The best eye shadow primers could be the make-or-break step that decides whether your look stays flawless or fades before lunchtime.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Dec. 2025
With both courtesies and catastrophes refusing to conform, the canton’s school board, publishers, and clergy were forced to produce multiple editions of primers, textbooks, and catechisms; sometimes five parallel print runs were needed for a population the size of a town.
—Simon Akam, New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2025
To preserve their quality, store cans of primers, stains, and spray paints in a cool, dark place like your basement, not your outdoor shed.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for primers
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Student handbooks, which govern the relationship between students and their schools, and student-athlete handbooks, which address issues within athletic programs, don’t contemplate monetary fines for athletes, either.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Many states simply advise districts to update student handbooks, offering little guidance on policy language or instructional changes that could mitigate misuse.—
Ulrich Boser,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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And, many brands now make manuals available for download.—
Sheila Kim,
The Spruce,
31 Jan. 2026
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While Illumina has the lion’s share of studying and manufacturing these manuals, SomaLogic is a major player in proteomics.—
Noelle Harff,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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Christmas hams, party cocktails, elegant layer cakes, and cookout classics fill the dictionaries of Southern family recipes, but one of my favorites is a simple vinaigrette from my grandmother.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
15 Jan. 2026
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For many decades, dictionaries were bestsellers and seen as the authority on the English language.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
26 Dec. 2025
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Much of the research guiding treatments, dosages and even medical textbooks continues to be grounded in male physiology.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Feb. 2026
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Academic standards and textbooks for each school subject are updated every six years.—
Nuria Martinez-Keel,
Oklahoma Voice,
9 Feb. 2026
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But for those interested in fashion history, these red carpet looks are key texts just asking to be pored over.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Authorities claim the texts were traced to an email account belonging to Callella, and IP address records showed they were sent from his house.—
Louis Casiano , Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Primers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/primers. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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