: deprived of natural moisture
parched land
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Could I have some water? I'm parched.
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Also infused with inflammation-fighting Lady’s mantle, the product feels refreshingly cooling as it’s applied, rather like a creamsicle for parched skin.
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2024
If your skin is already dry, thanks to the cooler weather, using either could make parched skin worse.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 20 Sep. 2024
Mexican authorities downplayed the risk posed by Alberto and instead pinned their hopes on its ability to ease the parched region’s water needs.
—Alena Botros, Fortune, 19 June 2024
Each has a different molecular weight, so the product can instantly revive dry, parched skin and provide additional moisture throughout the day (or night).
—Devon Abelman, Allure, 12 Aug. 2024
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2024
If your skin is already dry, thanks to the cooler weather, using either could make parched skin worse.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 20 Sep. 2024
Mexican authorities downplayed the risk posed by Alberto and instead pinned their hopes on its ability to ease the parched region’s water needs.
—Alena Botros, Fortune, 19 June 2024
Each has a different molecular weight, so the product can instantly revive dry, parched skin and provide additional moisture throughout the day (or night).
—Devon Abelman, Allure, 12 Aug. 2024
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“Parched.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/parched. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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