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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How To Clean White Kitchen Cabinets With Vinegar And Baking Soda Stuck-on grease and stains can be removed with a baking soda paste by following these steps: Pour a small amount of baking soda into a bowl and just enough vinegar to moisten it.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2025
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Stir in the lemon peel, lemon juice, salt, and enough of the reserved cooking liquid to moisten.—
Erin Hooker,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Dove’s is a classic formulated with gentle cleansers and the brand’s moisturizing cream to hydrate the skin while maintaining the natural moisture barrier.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
13 Mar. 2025
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Available in eight scents including Mango Mojo, Vanilla Velvet and more, its new $20 Power Essence Body & Hair Fragrance Mists are infused with hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and panthenol in an aim to hydrate skin and strands.—
Noor Lobad,
WWD,
11 Mar. 2025
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The water-resistant spray is jam-packed with moisturizing ingredients like coconut oil, aloe vera, green tea butter, and argan oil for all-day hydration.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
9 Mar. 2025
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This is the perfect product for those who don’t want to apply lipstick or lipgloss but still want to keep their lips shiny and moisturized.—
ABBY KASS,
Miami Herald,
3 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Like a spa day for high-end fabric, the pieces are brushed, steamed and misted back to life.—
Violet Goldstone,
WWD,
7 Mar. 2025
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Or mist the rug with a cleaning solution (sometimes solvent-based), work it in with a soft brush or pad, then rub it off with a towel (the homeowner option) or a buffer fitted with a bonnet (the pro version).—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Shivering in Cassidy’s arms, tears wetting her cheeks, naked, so vulnerable.—
Joyce Carol Oates,
The New Yorker,
16 Mar. 2025
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The weather will transition from sunny to wet from March 20 to March 31, that first week, with temperatures staying on the cooler side, the Old Farmer’s Almanac forecast said.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado,
Sacramento Bee,
13 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The recent fires in Southern California probably have also damped the mood in Hollywood, which was already dour because of an ongoing financial retrenchment.—
Samantha Masunaga,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2025
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In music, attenuation is comparable to damping a tone, which produces a lower volume, Deuss said.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN,
31 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Continue watering every 10 days unless there is adequate rainfall to help the plant establish deep roots.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
9 Mar. 2025
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My eyes were watering, and my vision was becoming hazy.—
Larry Dablemont,
Outdoor Life,
5 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Bidets have an additional benefit in helping someone who has mobility or balance issues handle their own hygiene needs without a caregiver helping them into a bath or shower each trip to the bathroom.—
Jamie Gold,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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The pair were showered with messages of congratulations on their Instagram post Sunday (March 9), with friends and fans complimenting little Rosie’s name and the sweet photos the new parents shared.—
Ashley Iasimone,
Billboard,
9 Mar. 2025
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“Humidify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humidify. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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