starch

noun

Definition of starchnext
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 Meals are frequently centered on a starch, such as pasta, risotto, or polenta, and are often paired with red or white wine. — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Sep. 2026 Beans can help control blood sugar because their protein, fiber, and resistant starch slow sugar absorption. — Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, HEALTH, 6 Sep. 2026 Gently pour out liquid from bowl, leaving behind any white starch accumulated at the bottom. — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Sep. 2026 Hydrolyzed wheat protein and wheat starch provide additional conditioning and temporarily reinforce damaged hair. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for starch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for starch
  1. energy
  2. vigor
  3. juice
  4. gas
  5. vinegar
  6. beans
Noun
  • By upgrading synthetic skin from a passive sensor into an energy harvester, the Fudan team offers a clever alternative to deadweight batteries.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 8 Oct. 2026
  • New energy vehicles, which include battery electric and hybrid-powered cars, have seen sales tumble 13% during that time, the data showed.
    — Matthew Tan,Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of energy
Noun
  • To prepare to lead in these areas, CISOs must approach AI readiness with the same vigor and care as AI adoption, building the skills, judgment and development opportunities employees need to govern AI effectively.
    — Haris Pylarinos, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026
  • As Doo-sik, Squid Game’s Park Hae-soo is delivering the show’s defining performance with such vigor and charisma that Stone’s hand is, whether intentionally or not, tipped.
    — Sara Holdren, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of vigor
Noun
  • Star San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk appears to have some serious juice with the NFL.
    — Corky Siemaszko, NBC news, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Curd is a traditional British confection, most commonly made with lemon, consisting of the fruit juice cooked with sugar, eggs and butter to form a sweet-tart, velvety spread or filling.
    — Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of juice
Noun
  • The system has applications in oil and gas, power generation, mining and waste management.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2026
  • What’s behind the electronics activity is rising gas intensity of more complex chips used in the AI boom.
    — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of gas
Noun
  • The creamy chipotle is a superlative pink sauce, with a familiar smokiness heightened by the addition of garlic confit, lime and vinegar.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Do add the wine and broth, but use the brine from the peppers in place of the vinegar.
    — Rick Martinez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of vinegar
Noun
  • But they can be paired with other potassium-rich foods such as beans, leafy greens, potatoes, bananas, and yogurt.
    — Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Return the pan to medium-high heat and cook until the beans are creamy and thick, 10 minutes more.
    — Candy Hom, AJC.com, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of beans

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