as in humidity
the amount of water suspended in the air in tiny droplets
dew is really just moisture from the air that condenses and collects when the temperature drops at night
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Recent Examples of moisture
Ventilation or Exhaust Fans The high level of moisture in a bathroom means that cleaning ventilation and exhaust fans is especially important.
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Feb. 2025
Terms: Wicking: This refers to the ability of a fabric to move moisture away from you skin.
—Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 22 Feb. 2025
More moisture is forecast for Idaho over the weekend, with warming temperatures and some sunshine following close behind.
—Ashley Fredde, Idaho Statesman, 22 Feb. 2025
In other words, moisture can't easily get in or out.
—Daisy Maldonado, Allure, 18 Feb. 2025
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Feb. 2025
Terms: Wicking: This refers to the ability of a fabric to move moisture away from you skin.
—Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 22 Feb. 2025
More moisture is forecast for Idaho over the weekend, with warming temperatures and some sunshine following close behind.
—Ashley Fredde, Idaho Statesman, 22 Feb. 2025
In other words, moisture can't easily get in or out.
—Daisy Maldonado, Allure, 18 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for moisture
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“Moisture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moisture. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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