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as in to dry
to make dry
the clear desert air is seared by the summer sun
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as in burn
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Recent Examples of sear
Patrick Brzeski, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Nov. 2024
As Xi watches this, the searing experiences of the past are never far from his mind.
—Kyle Balzer, Foreign Affairs, 21 Nov. 2024
Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2024
Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet Fry, sear, and grill with this beloved Lodge cast iron skillet.
—Amy Schulman, People.com, 9 Oct. 2024
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The Golden Frog in the Cinematographers’ Debuts Competition, meanwhile, went to Todd Martin for Tatami, a searing Iranian-Israeli sports drama that delivers a timely punch, shot in black and white, and co-directed by Zar Amir Ebrahimi and Guy Nattiv.
—Patrick Brzeski, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Nov. 2024
As Xi watches this, the searing experiences of the past are never far from his mind.
—Kyle Balzer, Foreign Affairs, 21 Nov. 2024
Noun
Don't skip patting the scallops dry—this is essential in getting a proper sear on them.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2024
Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet Fry, sear, and grill with this beloved Lodge cast iron skillet.
—Amy Schulman, People.com, 9 Oct. 2024
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This bourbon features bold vanilla, caramel, and charred oak, with a spicy, smooth finish.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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He had been killed by a grenade explosion that had also left its mark on a ceramic fruit bowl, charring apples and bananas.Scott Peterson, The Christian Science Monitor, 13 Dec. 2024
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Oh, and make sure to follow up with a moisturizer of your choice—these yeast-fighting shampoos are potent, but also a bit drying.Jenna Ryu, SELF, 20 Dec. 2024
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A lot of anti-aging skincare contains ingredients like retinol that can be drying and irritating, but Cetaphil has a possible solution.Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024
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The soy wax blend candle burns between 40 and 65 hours.Amber Guetebier, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2024
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The most recent launch on Nov. 19 represented the sixth test flight of the Starship launch vehicle, which proved successful with the first in-space burn of a single Raptor engine for deorbiting processes.Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 17 Dec. 2024
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The fire burned right up to the property line and scorched wooden fence posts and vegetation but firefighters were able to keep the fire from touching the property.Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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The lingering autumn-like warmth not only offers pleasant days for outdoor activities but could also provide some financial relief for local households after the electric bill price hikes that usually happen during the scorching summer months in the city.Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
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This technique gives patients results that look natural, offers a speedier recovery, and leaves fewer scars.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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Distinct marks, patterns, pigments and scars all contribute to making each whale’s fluke one of a kind.Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Dec. 2024
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Wrap the trunk of very young trees to help protect them from sun scald, making sure to remove it after the last frost in spring.Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2024
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Tomatoes grow thicker skins to prevent sun scald that causes brown patches to form on the skin.Steve Bender, Southern Living, 24 July 2024
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The task force also noted that supplementation with vitamin D with or without calcium can increase the incidence of kidney stones, though the magnitude of this harm was assessed as small.Jacqueline Howard, CNN, 17 Dec. 2024
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The accounts of organizations promoting drug harm reduction and social media personalities who post content about drugs and psychedelics, but who do not sell them, are being caught in the crossfire of efforts to get a grip on the issue.Mattha Busby, WIRED, 17 Dec. 2024
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Ditch your old mattress that makes your back hurt and replace it with one of these on-sale options.Lauren Taylor, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2024
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There’s a lot of hurt from years and years of living in an ableist society.Jodi Hausen, The Christian Science Monitor, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Sear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sear. Accessed 25 Dec. 2024.
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