wax
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The fishtail halter dress, made from an African wax Akara fabric picked out by Mpamaugo’s mother, was a medley of shapes, patterns and colors.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
While I could wax poetic on the virtues of “Catwoman” for another 5,000 words, I won’t subject you to that here.
From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026
Across the water, Ain Dubai -- the world's tallest Ferris wheel -- has stopped turning, and the Madame Tussauds wax museum below is drawing few visitors despite hefty discounts.
From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026
“We’re seeing medals come out of that truck,” said Eli Brown, Ogden’s wax technician.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026
Instead, I am staring at the pile of notes, at the soft wax impressions, an intaglio in reverse.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
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