as in moist
slightly or moderately wet
the ground is still rather wettish after last night's downpour
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Adjective
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Store in the refrigerator, changing the paper towel or water occasionally to keep them moist and fresh.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025 -
Tropical systems need warm ocean waters, a moist atmosphere, and less wind shear.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Soil samples should be slightly damp to dry, not completely wet.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
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Finish by wiping down the upholstery with a damp microfiber cloth to remove any soapy residue.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Wettish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wettish. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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