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
When resistant starch gets to the colon, it's fermented by gut bacteria and turned into short-chain fatty acids.
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Sarah Scott, Verywell Health, 31 Mar. 2025
Potatoes also act as a thickener; potato starch is good for thickening sauces or dressings.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 26 Mar. 2025
While a blend of potato starch and water (2 tablespoons each) can replace an egg in cooking and baking during the eight-day celebration.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
The products listed in the first round of tariffs for Canada cover a diverse range which includes: cereal, flour, starch and milk products; wood; appliances; rubbers; alcoholic beverages; carpets and floor coverings; wool, cotton and fabric; books; and cork.
—Mark Faithfull, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
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Sarah Scott, Verywell Health, 31 Mar. 2025
Potatoes also act as a thickener; potato starch is good for thickening sauces or dressings.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 26 Mar. 2025
While a blend of potato starch and water (2 tablespoons each) can replace an egg in cooking and baking during the eight-day celebration.
—Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
The products listed in the first round of tariffs for Canada cover a diverse range which includes: cereal, flour, starch and milk products; wood; appliances; rubbers; alcoholic beverages; carpets and floor coverings; wool, cotton and fabric; books; and cork.
—Mark Faithfull, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for starch
Noun
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Moscow regaining its status as Europe's top energy supplier would hurt American oil and gas producers, especially as the U.S. has made inroads as an LNG supplier there.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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During ketosis, the body burns fat for energy instead of sugar.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN,
Health,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The pop star has learned to prioritize her personal care with the same vigor that fueled her professional triumphs.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
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Premature removal of the plant foliage reduces plant vigor and bulb size.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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McMann brought some juice to the unit and looked more engaged after the promotion.—
Jonas Siegel,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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Over 1,700 pounds of Cabot Creamery butter recalled: Finding suggests fecal contamination Cold and flu medicine recalled over potential child poisoning: See affected product Where was the apple juice distributed?—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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But as the fourth quarter continued, the Nuggets ran out of gas.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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The natural sugars in dry fruits may ferment in the gut, leading to gas and discomfort.—
Faye Remedios,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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For a full palette of watercolors, combine 1 cup of baking soda with 3/4 cup white vinegar, 2 tablespoons corn syrup, and 1 cup cornstarch.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2025
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Fill them with a bunch of vinegars and chilis and spices.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2025
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In addition to fans being able to experience the iconic show, Usher will also give insight into his life beyond the stage.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The pool, hot tub, and firepit are all great daytime or post-sunset hangs, but the waterfall in the corner of the backyard offers a soundtrack that’ll send you far from the worries of daily life.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Starch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/starch. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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