pollen
Pollen is an uncountable noun. This means you do not usually say "pollens" when talking about the powdery substance in general. It is most commonly used in contexts related to nature, gardening, and health (specifically allergies).
💬Casual Conversation
🎬Tuesday afternoon; Chloe is in her college library, Eleanor is at home in her garden.
Eleanor Smith
CHLOE THE POLLEN IS TERRIBLE TODAY. TAKE YOUR PILLS.
Chloe Smith
istg my sinuses are actually cooked. i can't even breathe.
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Eleanor uses all-caps to reflect her technological illiteracy and grandmotherly concern. Chloe responds with Gen Z slang: 'istg' (I swear to god) and 'cooked' (meaning completely ruined or exhausted), highlighting the generational gap in their texting styles while discussing seasonal allergies.