1
as in dry
marked by little or no precipitation or humidity
struggling to survive in that hot and thirsty climate
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as in excited
showing urgent desire or interest
young athletes thirsty for a chance to prove themselves
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Recent Examples of thirsty
The concentrate, which counts Zoë Kravitz as a fan, is infused with squalane, vitamin E, glycerin, and botanical oils to quench thirsty skin.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2025
So, see ya, thirsty lawns and farewell, finicky flowers!
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2025
And a thirsty one, with fuel consumption (8 mpg city/13 mpg highway) to make even Jed Clampett check his wallet.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2025
The Latino diaspora was thirsty for a new sound that helped speak to their new urban environment; sort of like reggaetón has become for younger generations.
—Angel Diaz, Billboard, 12 Feb. 2025
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2025
So, see ya, thirsty lawns and farewell, finicky flowers!
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2025
And a thirsty one, with fuel consumption (8 mpg city/13 mpg highway) to make even Jed Clampett check his wallet.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2025
The Latino diaspora was thirsty for a new sound that helped speak to their new urban environment; sort of like reggaetón has become for younger generations.
—Angel Diaz, Billboard, 12 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for thirsty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thirsty
Adjective
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Amarone Casks Amarone is an Italian dry red wine, and this single malt was finished in casks originating in Verona.—
David Thomas Tao,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Add half the dry ingredients to the wet and mix until combined.—
Angelica Stabile,
Fox News,
23 Feb. 2025
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One of Ritchson’s co-stars who was excited to see the massive throwdown between Reacher and Paulie was Maria Sten, who reprises her role as Francis Neagly—Reacher’s former fellow solider and closest confidant—in Season 3.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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Was texting Lauren and Kasey today and talked about our trip to Philly in March, so excited for that.—
Elise Devlin,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
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Crafted from the same material as our favorite quick-dry towels — 100 percent long-staple Turkish cotton — this robe is absorbent, durable, and appropriately weighted for year-round use.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
16 Dec. 2024
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Damp and waterlogged fabrics are an immediate mood-killer after a hot shower, but a plush, absorbent one or a solid stone or wood surface can do wonders for soaking in moisture, keeping you dry, and one degree of separation away from a cold tile floor.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
28 Jan. 2025
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An avid dancer and photographer, Dondé likes to incorporate his artistic passions into his bar offerings, often naming creative libations after his most beloved tunes and entertainers.—
Kristin Tablang,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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The victim’s 15-year-old daughter Alisha told The News her father was an avid fisherman.—
Ellen Moynihan,
New York Daily News,
24 Feb. 2025
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Despite the grim proceedings and grubby environment, the spatial arrangement of the image brings to mind a theatre balcony packed with eager punters ready to consume their money’s worth of entertainment.—
Naomi Fry,
The New Yorker,
22 Feb. 2025
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This was especially appreciated by the United States, a major funder eager for a labor-intensive project because the workforce would be paid in local currency.—
Matthew Wills,
JSTOR Daily,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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And in 2023, Jimmy Kimmel anticipated that his audience might be hungry, and stashed snacks underneath their seats (with attendant donations to the L.A. Food Bank).—
Justine Fisher,
People.com,
26 Feb. 2025
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Chelsea’s ownership viewed them all as young, smart, hungry, motivated people at the right point of their respective career arcs.—
Liam Twomey,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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Sit at the counter and watch the enthusiastic chefs at work.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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Jones has sounded less than enthusiastic about the prospect of facing Aspinall ever since the Englishman put himself in line for the next shot by capturing the interim heavyweight title.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 2025
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While many companies rapidly integrate AI, this data reveals a growing disconnect: employees are increasingly anxious about its impact.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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That is Europe’s most fundamental demand of Trump; the continent is intensely anxious about a pro-Moscow deal being forced on Zelensky.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Thirsty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thirsty. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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