as in energy
active strength of body or mind
a middle-aged woman who has retained the starch of youth
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Recent Examples of starch
Brown rice protein: With the starch extracted, brown rice is an excellent source of protein.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2025
This keeps it lasting longer and boosts its resistant starch content, which is brilliant for gut health.
—Emily English, Vogue, 26 May 2025
How Avocados Ripen Avocados naturally ripen after harvesting thanks to ethylene gas, which is a gas released by avocados and other types of produce that softens the exterior of the fruit, converts starches to sugars, and gives avocados their creamy texture and buttery flavor.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 23 May 2025
Finally, finishing with starches and sugars, like bread, pasta, or fruit, reduces the likelihood of sharp spikes in blood sugar levels, according to Hernandez.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 12 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for starch
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2025
This keeps it lasting longer and boosts its resistant starch content, which is brilliant for gut health.
—Emily English, Vogue, 26 May 2025
How Avocados Ripen Avocados naturally ripen after harvesting thanks to ethylene gas, which is a gas released by avocados and other types of produce that softens the exterior of the fruit, converts starches to sugars, and gives avocados their creamy texture and buttery flavor.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 23 May 2025
Finally, finishing with starches and sugars, like bread, pasta, or fruit, reduces the likelihood of sharp spikes in blood sugar levels, according to Hernandez.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 12 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for starch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for starch
Noun
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Lembas has plans beyond GLP-1 Edge to produce other ingredients that can impact wellbeing like sleep and energy.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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With the cover and details, Karol is highlighting the tropical energy of her roots — a perfect vibe for summer, and the singer knows it.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
10 June 2025
Noun
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As Zidler, Petkoff portrays with vigor a self-serving weasel, albeit with a heart.—
Rick Mauch,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 June 2025
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Institutions from the Vatican to corporate boardrooms have long debated how to balance vigor and judgment.—
John Samuels,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Populations of whiteflies are up to no good sucking juices from leaves and stems of your blue daze plants.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 June 2025
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Stir together mayonnaise, Sriracha, and lime juice in a separate medium bowl; set aside.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
13 June 2025
Noun
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These gases, possibly along with thin icy clouds, reduce the heat escaping into space, making the planet appear cooler and fainter than expected.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
14 June 2025
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The price of oil makes up about half the price of a gallon of gas, so one of the first things to be affected by rising oil prices would be prices at the pump.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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Add a little bit of vinegar to your eggshell mix to make a paste, then use it in your sinks and on your faucets to bring back their natural shine.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 June 2025
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However, according to another study, washing produce with running water is superior to baking soda, sitting water, and vinegar.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
5 June 2025
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The feature-length documentary, releasing June 10, is the first in a weekly series that digs into big event meltdowns that made headlines, created corporate scandals, and often cost lives.—
Rory Doherty,
Time,
10 June 2025
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Mitch is a successful banker who hates his job and the life it’s bought him, with a wife who does not understand him.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2025
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“Starch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/starch. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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