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as in to wet
to make wet
bathe your contact lens with the solution before inserting them
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as in to illumine
to supply with light
the walls of the canyon were bathed with the warm rays of the setting sun
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Recent Examples of bathe
The Thames has high levels of the bacteria E. coli and environmental campaign group River Action has warned that it would be classified as ‘poor’ under environmental regulations if it were designated as a ‘bathing water’ site.
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Tim Spiers, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
The woman was bathed in light and huddled over in grief.
—Sam Knight, New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2025
Photo : Matthew Millman A cozy den is bathed in warm natural light.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2025
The exclusive Dawn Patrol experience with Whistler Heli-skiing continues through April 20th, delivering adventurous souls to pristine backcountry bowls bathed in the golden light of sunrise—a transcendent experience that combines perfect snow conditions with breathtaking visual splendor.
—Shelby Knick, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
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Tim Spiers, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
The woman was bathed in light and huddled over in grief.
—Sam Knight, New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2025
Photo : Matthew Millman A cozy den is bathed in warm natural light.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2025
The exclusive Dawn Patrol experience with Whistler Heli-skiing continues through April 20th, delivering adventurous souls to pristine backcountry bowls bathed in the golden light of sunrise—a transcendent experience that combines perfect snow conditions with breathtaking visual splendor.
—Shelby Knick, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bathe
Verb
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Reynolds’ colleagues found 97% of people had never washed them, and many were contaminated by bacteria, including E. coli, from foods like raw meats and produce.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
21 Apr. 2025
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Geometric furniture and decorative elements are washed in rich colors and lush textures.—
Blue Carreon,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Diagnosis Exams typically begin with a thorough medical history because there is a genetic component to wet AMD, and other health factors can raise your risk.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
7 Apr. 2025
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Serve Use a lime wedge to wet the rim and the side of the bottle.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Mar. 2025
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The lighting illumines each river in brilliantly bright backdrop colors.—
Mark Swed,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2025
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The lighting illumines each river in brilliantly bright backdrop colors.—
Mark Swed,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2025
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His playbook involves drowning rivals in legal fees.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Apr. 2025
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Twin brothers died in a drowning incident while fishing in a Mississippi lake last week, officials said.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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The scariest episode of this Doctor Who season also was an illuminating one, for showrunner Russell T Davies.—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
23 Apr. 2025
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Another recent progress photo taken on April 14 using one of the live webcams on site captured the bright Milky Way flowing above the telescope's dome, illuminated by stars shining in the night sky.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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As with fava beans, be sure to water Phaseolus when the soil seems dry, taking care to avoid watering the leaves.—
Abigayle Ward,
Hartford Courant,
19 Apr. 2025
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After all, there was no sunshine to help with the drying process if the Trop’s infield was watered too heavily.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Bring to light what’s at conflicting purposes while the sun clashes with Mars.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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The poor performance led one Lakers legend to try and light a fire underneath his former squad.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Christians and Muslims flooded social media with tributes, remembering his vocal condemnation of violence and consistent empathy for Gaza's civilians.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Apr. 2025
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Following the announcement, he was immediately flooded with congratulatory comments.—
Mackenzie Cummings-Grady,
Billboard,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Bathe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bathe. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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