as in drugs
a drink that is meant to have a special or magical effect on someone
a potion that is supposed to improve health The hero in the play is given a magic potion so that he will fall in love with the princess. medical potions sleeping potions
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Recent Examples of potions
But how much of a difference do the pills and potions actually make?
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Sarah Shephard, The Athletic, 11 Feb. 2025
Henry also has a recipe book with step-by-step instructions on how to create different potions and remedies, which involve manually grinding to collect herbs.
—George Yang, Rolling Stone, 3 Feb. 2025
Or a witch or wizard standing over a cauldron concocting life-altering potions.
—Simone Milasas, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
No fancy potions or lotions for me tonight.
—R29 Team, refinery29.com, 22 Jan. 2025
From daily exfoliation to slathering on a number of potions with highly potent active ingredients, these winter skin care products allow my skin to thrive against all odds.
—Claire Sullivan, WWD, 15 Jan. 2025
Sarah Shephard, The Athletic, 11 Feb. 2025
Henry also has a recipe book with step-by-step instructions on how to create different potions and remedies, which involve manually grinding to collect herbs.
—George Yang, Rolling Stone, 3 Feb. 2025
Or a witch or wizard standing over a cauldron concocting life-altering potions.
—Simone Milasas, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
No fancy potions or lotions for me tonight.
—R29 Team, refinery29.com, 22 Jan. 2025
From daily exfoliation to slathering on a number of potions with highly potent active ingredients, these winter skin care products allow my skin to thrive against all odds.
—Claire Sullivan, WWD, 15 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for potions
Noun
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While these changes may help some patients who lack insurance coverage, experts argue that the cost of GLP-1 medications remains prohibitively high for many.—
Cathy Cassata,
Health,
7 Mar. 2025
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These medications, including nifedipine (used to treat high blood pressure), can help treat and prevent chilblains.—
Laura Schober,
Health,
7 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In a worst case scenario, this could force Florida to tax essential needs such as food, medicines and rent.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2025
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My fourth recommendation is to lock up your medicines, including over-the-counter pills.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN,
1 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Fentanyl can be sold as pills, with some online dealers claiming the pills are Xanax, Percocet and oxycodone.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacramento Bee,
22 Mar. 2025
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On May 6, 2022, Yusuf sold counterfeit blue M30 Oxycodone pills laced with fentanyl to Murray and her boyfriend in a Taco Bell parking lot in Folsom, according to the District Attorney’s Office.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacramento Bee,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Their chocolate tablets incorporate ingredients worldwide, creating a playful and adventurous tasting experience.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Plan for Tech Use Teens are often glued to their devices, so leverage this by encouraging them to use their phones or tablets to research destinations, take photos, or document the trip through social media.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
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“Potions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/potions. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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