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The Clue

Hardens (4 letter answer)

The Answer

GELS

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Notes

The answer GELS is common and appears about once every 225 puzzles.

Related Clues

Coagulates
Congeals
Firms
Jellifies
Sets
Thickens
Alternatives to creams
Alternatives to pastes
Becomes definite
Certain colloids
Gets set
Hair applications
Hair controllers
Hair goops
Hairdresser's preparations
Many applications
Salon applications
Salon goos
Salon supply
Semisolid colloids
Shower soaps
Some shampoos
Stylist's stock
Takes form
Thickens; sets
Toothpaste types
Breast implant materials
Dippity-do and others
Hair-grooming aids
Molecular biology lab preparations
They can be hair-raising

Definition

GEL as a noun:

1. (gel, colloidal gel) = a colloid in a more solid form than a sol
2. (gelatin, gel) = a thin translucent membrane used over stage lights for color effects

GEL as a verb:

1. become a gel; "The solid, when heated, gelled"
2. (mousse, gel) = apply a styling gel to; "she mousses her hair"