as in saturated
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water
dripping shoes left on the porch to dry
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as in flowing
to fall or let fall in or as if in drops
water from the leaky roof was dripping all over the floor the cracked bottle dripped wine
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dripping
Adjective
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Many studies have linked high intake of saturated fat with health problems like heart disease, weight gain, and high cholesterol.2 Conversely, the healthier fats in plant oils could protect against some chronic health conditions.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
18 Mar. 2025 -
The saturated bright colors of Corina’s clothing contrast with the muted, mostly gray colors of the publishing house’s offices.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Global leaders praise Carter Praise for Carter's life and legacy was pouring in from around the world Monday.—
John Bacon,
USA TODAY,
31 Dec. 2024
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Tributes are pouring in for the late Linda Lavin following her death at age 87.—
Julia Moore,
People.com,
30 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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But Morris got wet and was suffering from hypothermia by the time rescuers arrived.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2025
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Some greens are known for being dry while others have a rep for being wet, and a new type of golf ball coating could make for better golfing on both.—
Ben Coxworth,
New Atlas,
25 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Fully saturate mid-lengths to ends, avoiding your scalp entirely.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
28 Mar. 2025
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Alternatively, saturate cotton balls with essential oil and place them near all possible entry points.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Never attempt to drive through a flooded roadway or flowing stream.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2025
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In all, 94 people, including 31 children, were rescued from flooded homes following the 3 a.m. response by city first responders on Monday, Duggan said.—
Matt Lavietes,
NBC News,
19 Feb. 2025
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“Dripping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dripping. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.
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