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makeup – n. substances (such as lipstick or powder) used to make someone's face look more attractive

nut – n. a small dry fruit with a hard shell that grows on trees, bushes, etc.

stretch – v. to continue for a specified distance; to extend over an area

belt – n. figurative a band of material (such as leather) that is worn around a person’s waist

nourish – v. to provide (someone or something) with food and other things that are needed to live, be healthy, etc.

firm – adj. fairly hard or solid; not soft

sweep – v. to remove dust, dirt, etc., from (something) with a broom or brush

grind – v. to crush or break (something) into very small pieces by rubbing it against a rough surface or using a special machine

substitute – n. a person or thing that takes the place of someone or something else

mill – n. a machine for grinding or crushing pepper, coffee, etc.