as in to moisten
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Recent Examples of humidify
Nasal passages also humidify the air, which is better for the respiratory system.
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Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024
In addition to humidifying with a variable mist knob, this option is all about its fun shape that features a unique glass design that features a fireworks 3D effect.
—Cristian Esteban, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2024
Evaporative coolers also humidify the air, which can be good in dry climates but not in humid ones.
—Larry Magid, The Mercury News, 11 July 2024
Cool Mist Ultrasonic Whole House Humidifier, has a 4.2-gallon capacity and can humidify rooms up to 1,000 square feet.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2024
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Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024
In addition to humidifying with a variable mist knob, this option is all about its fun shape that features a unique glass design that features a fireworks 3D effect.
—Cristian Esteban, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2024
Evaporative coolers also humidify the air, which can be good in dry climates but not in humid ones.
—Larry Magid, The Mercury News, 11 July 2024
Cool Mist Ultrasonic Whole House Humidifier, has a 4.2-gallon capacity and can humidify rooms up to 1,000 square feet.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humidify
Verb
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Rinse your mouth with a mixture of one-half teaspoon (3 grams) of salt in 1 cup (240 milliliters) of water to reduce pain and moisten your mouth.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
27 Dec. 2024
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Tokyo Fire officials advised people to cut mochi into small and easy-to-eat pieces, chew it slowly before swallowing and moisten their throats with tea or soup before consuming to aid digestion, Nippon TV and Japan Today said.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA TODAY,
7 Jan. 2025
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Anecdotally, some people feel better after drinking some coffee, hydrating with plenty of water, taking a shower, and eating a balanced meal, but none of these will truly cure a hangover.—
Alicen Nelson MD,
Verywell Health,
24 Jan. 2025
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Gel is a fast-absorbing, extra-light formula that instantly hydrates skin and conditions the beard.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Enhanced with moisturizing fatty acids that impart a dewy gleam at any age, the formulation also contains sea daffodil extract to brighten dark spots.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
21 Jan. 2025
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Given its blend of moisturizing ingredients, the Slip Tint is an especially good pick for people with dry skin.—
Sara Coughlin,
SELF,
15 Jan. 2025
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There is a small water tank on top for sous vide recipes or others calling for misting or atomization of food and a removable probe that measures foods internal temperature and stops cooking when the temperature is reached.—
Larry Magid,
The Mercury News,
16 Jan. 2025
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For wet methods, the brand recommends mixing one part fabric softener with three parts water in a spray bottle and misting the interior before wiping with a dry cloth.—
Krystal Nurse,
USA TODAY,
16 Jan. 2025
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Movies like High Tension (2003) and Martyrs (2008) would have even Eli Roth wetting his knickers, and Inside is no exception.—
Huntley Woods,
EW.com,
19 Dec. 2024
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The greed machine has already taken over the health care and banking industries and that success has wetted their appetites to rip off even more Americans.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
2 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Type: Oil How to Apply: Apply 1-2 drops to to either damp hair before styling, or on dry hair as a finisher.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
15 Jan. 2025
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The ability to easily increase suspension height, fit larger tires, adjust spring rates, and improve damping capabilities will let buyers modify their Scout to their heart’s content.—
Wes Siler,
Outside Online,
24 Oct. 2024
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Farmers rushed to move cows to keep them from freezing to death and to feed and water them as rural roads became impassable.—
Melina Walling,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Jan. 2025
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Snowdrops typically don’t need to be watered, but supplemental watering during and after blooming in a particularly dry spring helps them for the following year.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Perle imported a Paris puppet show and showered the children with dolls and toys.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 Jan. 2025
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Ask him to shower more, use a different soap or find another solution.—
Harriette Cole,
The Mercury News,
16 Jan. 2025
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“Humidify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humidify. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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