as in humidity
the amount of water suspended in the air in tiny droplets
dew is really just moisture from the air that condenses and collects when the temperature drops at night
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Recent Examples of moisture
Bringing your phone or speaker into a steamy bathroom daily can result in damage from moisture and humidity.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
Puncerelli explains that lightweight, non-comedogenic oils can help replenish moisture without clogging hair follicles or weighing hair down.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2026
While achieving a rugged look, the fiber retains the signature softness and high moisture-regulating properties characteristic of TENCEL™ Lyocell, enhancing wearer comfort.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 8 Jan. 2026
This typically includes sensory testing, such as tasting and smelling products over time, and chemical tests that track changes like oxidation or moisture loss.
—Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 8 Jan. 2026
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
Puncerelli explains that lightweight, non-comedogenic oils can help replenish moisture without clogging hair follicles or weighing hair down.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2026
While achieving a rugged look, the fiber retains the signature softness and high moisture-regulating properties characteristic of TENCEL™ Lyocell, enhancing wearer comfort.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 8 Jan. 2026
This typically includes sensory testing, such as tasting and smelling products over time, and chemical tests that track changes like oxidation or moisture loss.
—Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 8 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for moisture
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moisture
humidity
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While a once-a-week watering schedule is a good rule of thumb, the correct amount of water and frequency of watering depend on factors such as air temperature, humidity, the amount of light the plant receives, and the type of soil it’s planted in.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Jan. 2026
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The department has also revised its deployment decision matrix during red flag conditions, allowing for earlier and heavier pre-deployment of resources when extreme winds, low humidity and high temperatures converge.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Moisture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moisture. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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