dry out
verb
dried out; drying out; dries out
: to undergo an extended period of withdrawal from alcohol or drug use especially at a special clinic
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Too much sun also dries out the soil and roots, leading to leaves that turn brown and fall off.
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Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026
The leftover sauce can be tricky to reheat, and breast meat can dry out quickly.
—Hana Asbrink, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Early warmth may cause soil to dry out sooner than usual, so add a layer of mulch to keep moisture in.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
To fix the issue, simply let the soil dry out.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 27 Jan. 2026
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Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026
The leftover sauce can be tricky to reheat, and breast meat can dry out quickly.
—Hana Asbrink, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Early warmth may cause soil to dry out sooner than usual, so add a layer of mulch to keep moisture in.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
To fix the issue, simply let the soil dry out.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 27 Jan. 2026
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“Dry out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dry%20out. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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dry-out
1 of 2 adjective
: providing detoxification treatment
checked into a dry-out clinic
dry out
2 of 2 transitive verb
: to subject to withdrawal from the use of alcohol or drugs : detoxify sense 2
: to undergo an extended period of withdrawal from alcohol or drug use especially at a special clinic : detoxify
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