as in saturated
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containing water or similar to water
an aqueous solution
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Recent Examples of aqueous
The bangers hit harder, the down-tempo numbers get weirder and more aqueous; there’s a decent amount going on here.
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Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 31 Mar. 2026
Utilizing an enzyme derived from watermelon seeds, the scientists were able to to control the manner in which struvite crystallizes from an aqueous suspension of a mineral precursor called newberyite.
—Ben Coxworth
march 20, New Atlas, 20 Mar. 2026
At the opposite age-and-experience end of the Milan Games is the 30-year-old Shiffrin, an indisputable great with a record 108 Alpine-skiing World Cup victories and an aqueous style that makes snow seem like velvet.
—Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 21 Feb. 2026
Swift ends in the bathroom where Swift lies partly submerged in the tub — another ode to Ophelia, but also to the album's aqueous cover.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Oct. 2025
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Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 31 Mar. 2026
Utilizing an enzyme derived from watermelon seeds, the scientists were able to to control the manner in which struvite crystallizes from an aqueous suspension of a mineral precursor called newberyite.
—Ben Coxworth
march 20, New Atlas, 20 Mar. 2026
At the opposite age-and-experience end of the Milan Games is the 30-year-old Shiffrin, an indisputable great with a record 108 Alpine-skiing World Cup victories and an aqueous style that makes snow seem like velvet.
—Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 21 Feb. 2026
Swift ends in the bathroom where Swift lies partly submerged in the tub — another ode to Ophelia, but also to the album's aqueous cover.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aqueous
Adjective
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While Alphabet’s deal was absorbed smoothly by the market, Cramer worries the market could eventually become saturated if too many companies attempt to tap shareholders at the same time.—
Alexa LoMonaco,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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Velvet and saturated darks add a serious tone to Western denim.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Carpenter also warns that outdoor pooling after rainfall, unattended pet bowls, and dripping garden taps can also encourage cockroaches and rodents.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 May 2026
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History will remember his leadership on 9/11 long after the wild-eyed, hair-dye-dripping accusations are forgotten.—
John Avlon,
The Atlantic,
25 May 2026
Adjective
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Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle begins to slide uncontrollably on wet roads.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2026
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Hydroplaning happens when a vehicle starts sliding uncontrollably on wet roads.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Keep your bouquet out of direct sunlight and consider putting it in a cool, dark place or even your refrigerator first thing after cutting to ensure the flowers remain hydrated.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
3 June 2026
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Staying hydrated, while often taken for granted, is key.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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“Aqueous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aqueous. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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