thinner
noun
a volatile liquid, as turpentine, used to dilute paint, varnish, rubber cement, etc., to the desired or proper consistency.
thinners
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pluralof thinner.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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It’s a common alternative for patients with atrial fibrillation who can’t take long-term blood thinners.
From Barron's ● May 27, 2026
Arlo was later found to have a blocked artery in the back of his neck supplying blood to the brain and was given blood thinners to reduce the risk of stroke.
From BBC ● Mar. 1, 2026
Researchers are working to better understand what drives the condition and to test a wide range of possible therapies, from structured rehabilitation programs to antivirals, blood thinners, anti-inflammatory drugs, supplements, and new biologic treatments.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 8, 2026
Because I am on blood thinners to help prevent another blood clot, even minor cuts are a major ordeal.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 27, 2025
The third coat was applied without the addition of thinners of any kind.
From Paint Technology and Tests by Henry A. Gardner
