as in moisture
the amount of water suspended in the air in tiny droplets
the oppressive humidity made the hot day seem even hotter
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The fires will likely continue until the return of rain and higher humidity, which could arrive in the next few days.
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Doyle Rice, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2025
Higher elevations may see gusts to 30 mph and humidity as low as 20%.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2025
Tropical plants, like peace lilies and bamboo palms, prefer warmth and humidity, while succulents, like aloe vera, thrive in drier environments.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2025
In the certification process, the movement is subjected to rigorous testing simulating 16 years of wear, including 100,000 crown winds and exposure to 60,000 shocks, temperature and humidity variations and more.
—Roberta Naas, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
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Doyle Rice, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2025
Higher elevations may see gusts to 30 mph and humidity as low as 20%.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2025
Tropical plants, like peace lilies and bamboo palms, prefer warmth and humidity, while succulents, like aloe vera, thrive in drier environments.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2025
In the certification process, the movement is subjected to rigorous testing simulating 16 years of wear, including 100,000 crown winds and exposure to 60,000 shocks, temperature and humidity variations and more.
—Roberta Naas, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
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“Humidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humidity. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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