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strin·gen·cy [ˈstrɪnʤən(t)si] N no pl

1. stringency (strictness):

2. stringency (thriftiness):

string·er [ˈstrɪŋəʳ] N JOURN

I . con·tin·gent [kənˈtɪnʤənt] N

1. contingent (group):

2. contingent MIL:

II . con·tin·gent [kənˈtɪnʤənt] ADJ to be contingent (up)on sth

as·tro·naut [ˈæstrənɔ:t] N

co·tan·gent [ˌkəʊˈtænʤənt] N MATH

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Sloes are thin-fleshed, with a very strongly astringent flavour when fresh.
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As a traditional herbal remedy it is known as an astringent and used in poultices.
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White wheats have a lower content of phenolics and browning enzymes, and are generally less astringent in taste than red wheats.
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Due to its astringent properties, a tea of plantain "leaves" can be ingested to treat diarrhea or dysentery.
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The fungus is commonly known as the bitter oyster, the luminescent panellus, the astringent panus, or the styptic fungus.
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The herb is astringent, anti-toxic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anti-histamine, as well as demulcent, expectorant, styptic and diuretic.
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There is only a short period during the growing season when the sun is strong, which results in a sweeter and less astringent brew.
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Young leaves can be eaten raw in salads or cooked, noting that the leaves become increasingly astringent with age.
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It has a cooling, slightly bitter, and astringent flavour that many people enjoy.
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Plantain has astringent properties, and a tea made from the leaves can be ingested to treat diarrhea and soothe raw internal membranes.
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