dry mouth
noun
: a condition in which the inside of a person's mouth becomes very dry
The medication can cause dry mouth.
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This is likely due to the drug’s various side effects, such as frequent urination and dry mouth.
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Lauren O'Connor, Health, 23 Oct. 2025
For example, Croley said dentists can advise habit changes to relieve the symptoms, like better brushing and flossing techniques, different treatments or even drinking more water to relieve dry mouth.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 20 Oct. 2025
Contrary to popular belief, dry mouth after drinking coffee isn't due to dehydration.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 16 Oct. 2025
Its side effects can include nausea, itching, sweating, dry mouth, constipation, vomiting, loss of appetite and more, according to a Justice Department fact sheet.
—Michael Slaten, Oc Register, 29 Aug. 2025
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Lauren O'Connor, Health, 23 Oct. 2025
For example, Croley said dentists can advise habit changes to relieve the symptoms, like better brushing and flossing techniques, different treatments or even drinking more water to relieve dry mouth.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 20 Oct. 2025
Contrary to popular belief, dry mouth after drinking coffee isn't due to dehydration.
—Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 16 Oct. 2025
Its side effects can include nausea, itching, sweating, dry mouth, constipation, vomiting, loss of appetite and more, according to a Justice Department fact sheet.
—Michael Slaten, Oc Register, 29 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for dry mouth
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“Dry mouth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dry%20mouth. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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