as in dry
marked by little or no precipitation or humidity
a droughty region that could never support settlements
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On dry pavement, its 413 pound-feet of torque kept things interesting when passing traffic on the highway or off the line at a red light.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025 -
Soaking and cooking dry beans and lentils overnight decreases these molecules, but this method's success depends on the type of legume, water and salt levels, temperature, and soaking time.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
11 Feb. 2025
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The Latino diaspora was thirsty for a new sound that helped speak to their new urban environment; sort of like reggaetón has become for younger generations.—
Angel Diaz,
Billboard,
12 Feb. 2025
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Rest if tired, hydrate if thirsty, and cool down if hot. Position Practice safe body positioning while gardening.—
The San Diego Union Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Feb. 2025
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The trouble is, for the penguins at least, the arid conditions of coastal Patagonia in Argentina aren’t very good for sheep herding in the long run.—
Joshua Rapp Learn,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 Feb. 2025
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After a typically arid summer and fall, the Los Angeles area has also had a dry winter so far.—
Dan Goodin,
Ars Technica,
9 Jan. 2025
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“Droughty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/droughty. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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