BEDEWING Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

bedewing

verb

present participle of bedew

as in wetting

to make or become slightly or moderately wet her forehead gently bedewed with perspiration

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Havenith said deliberately wetting clothing can provide evaporative cooling, including for older adults who may not sweat as effectively.

— Aya Diab, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
For best results, water deeply at the base of the plant, allowing moisture to soak into the root zone rather than wetting the foliage, says Kelly Funk, president and CEO of Jackson & Perkins.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of wetting

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At the rear is a triple-adjustable shock with preload, high- and low-speed compression and rebound damping.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 16 Sep. 2026
Steering response is quick, precise and abetted by standard rear-axle steering and adaptive damping that cushions bumps and keeps the car level and stable in quick maneuvers.

— Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of damping

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This has a walk-in shower, a vanity sink, and a composting toilet (the toilet can also be a standard flushing unit if the owner prefers).

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2026
Mild stinging, dryness, irritation, flushing or increased skin warmth are the most common side effects.

— Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of flushing

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The bestselling cream-like balm melts into a clear, oil-like cleanser when warmed between dry palms, dissolving makeup, sunscreen, and grime before emulsifying with water and rinsing clean.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026
Torres likes to clean zellige tiles in 2-foot sections at a time, rinsing the microfiber cloth in clean water before moving on to the next section.

— Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of rinsing

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The next several days will see a cooling and moistening trend in both the Bay Area and Central Coast; temperatures are expected to be well below seasonal averages.

— Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
For this, Langelo recommends moistening the soil to make the weeds easier to pull.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026

Definition of moistening

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There's no hybrid system assisting the engine, no all-wheel-drive, no parking sensors, and no sound dampening materials.

— Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 15 Sep. 2026
However, El Niño and marine heat waves can change the timing or force of the winds, potentially dampening coastal upwelling and reducing the availability of food for sea life along the coast.

— Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of dampening

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