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If water continues to pool on top of bone-dry soil, then change the potting mix.
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Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 21 Jan. 2026
Friedman also mentioned the Wennberg deal, along with Philadelphia’s extension with Christian Dvorak (five years, $5.15 million AAV), as proof that Kotkaniemi’s contract could be palatable to teams in need of a center — a market that is bone-dry with several teams looking for help.
—Cory Lavalette, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2026
These microorganisms can endure extreme heat and bone-dry conditions for years.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 1 Jan. 2026
The real mystery was in how this tiny towel could somehow absorb every ounce of water from your soaking wet body—but after a quick wring, your shammy was restored to bone-dry perfection.
—Kristen Geil, Outside, 8 Nov. 2025
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Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 21 Jan. 2026
Friedman also mentioned the Wennberg deal, along with Philadelphia’s extension with Christian Dvorak (five years, $5.15 million AAV), as proof that Kotkaniemi’s contract could be palatable to teams in need of a center — a market that is bone-dry with several teams looking for help.
—Cory Lavalette, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2026
These microorganisms can endure extreme heat and bone-dry conditions for years.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 1 Jan. 2026
The real mystery was in how this tiny towel could somehow absorb every ounce of water from your soaking wet body—but after a quick wring, your shammy was restored to bone-dry perfection.
—Kristen Geil, Outside, 8 Nov. 2025
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“Bone-dry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bone-dry. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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