moisture
noun
mois·ture
ˈmȯis-chər 
ˈmȯish-
: liquid diffused or condensed in relatively small quantity
Examples of moisture in a Sentence
These flowers grow best with moisture and shade.
Wool socks will pull moisture away from your skin.
The leaves absorb moisture from the air.
Recent Examples on the Web
However, according to the weather service, the weather will begin to change in the afternoon and evening as moisture gradually builds back into the forecast area.
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Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 7 June 2024
That atmospheric moisture gets carried around the globe by trade winds, forms rainstorms, falls on land, and supports the hydrological systems that in turn support us.
—Stephanie Hanes, The Christian Science Monitor, 6 June 2024
Other self-treatment methods include applying cool compresses and cooling creams that help with barrier repair and prevent further moisture from leaving the skin, Geddes-Bruce said.
—Alyssa Hui, Verywell Health, 5 June 2024
As for the cream in particular, I was impressed by how much moisture the palm test revealed in my hand.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 3 June 2024
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Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 7 June 2024
That atmospheric moisture gets carried around the globe by trade winds, forms rainstorms, falls on land, and supports the hydrological systems that in turn support us.
—Stephanie Hanes, The Christian Science Monitor, 6 June 2024
Other self-treatment methods include applying cool compresses and cooling creams that help with barrier repair and prevent further moisture from leaving the skin, Geddes-Bruce said.
—Alyssa Hui, Verywell Health, 5 June 2024
As for the cream in particular, I was impressed by how much moisture the palm test revealed in my hand.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 3 June 2024
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“Moisture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/moisture. Accessed 13 Jun. 2024.
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moisture
noun
mois·ture
ˈmȯish-chər
ˈmȯis-
: a small amount of liquid that causes moistness : dampness
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