as in moist
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Recent Examples of boggy
But the West Highland Way is also steeped in natural beauty, from its scattered and steep Munros to its torrid rivers and boggy grasslands.
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Shoshi Parks, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Oct. 2024
Volunteers with the Ancient Forest Alliance built and maintain the short-but-rugged trail that traverses the grove’s boggy bottom.
—Jayme Moye, Outside Online, 4 Oct. 2024
In a boggy uterus, the organ is enlarged and tender, which can cause pain in the lower abdomen and back.6
Another common sign of adenomyosis is infertility.
—Jess Sims, Health, 26 Sep. 2024
Microfiber and polyester materials can trap heat and make the bed feel boggy.
—Mara Santilli, SELF, 27 June 2024
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Shoshi Parks, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Oct. 2024
Volunteers with the Ancient Forest Alliance built and maintain the short-but-rugged trail that traverses the grove’s boggy bottom.
—Jayme Moye, Outside Online, 4 Oct. 2024
In a boggy uterus, the organ is enlarged and tender, which can cause pain in the lower abdomen and back.6
Another common sign of adenomyosis is infertility.
—Jess Sims, Health, 26 Sep. 2024
Microfiber and polyester materials can trap heat and make the bed feel boggy.
—Mara Santilli, SELF, 27 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boggy
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Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade Soil Type: Medium to moist, well-draining, rich Soil pH: Neutral (6.5-7.5) USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 to 7 With lacy foliage and tall flower spikes, larkspur adds gorgeous texture and upright structure to the summer garden.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
18 May 2025
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Keep the soil moist to prevent stress that would affect fruit drop.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 May 2025
Adjective
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For a smooth finish that holds up under the most humid conditions, look to Color Wow’s signature Dream Coat.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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Unlike the humid rickhouses of Kentucky, Denver’s dry climate pulls more water than alcohol from the barrels, gradually concentrating the proof over time.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Thanks to its protective lacquer finish, the bar cart is resistant to water, rust, mold, and UV rays, plus the shelves are a breeze to clean with a damp cloth.—
Bridget Degnan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 May 2025
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The damp, windy weather could also hinder travel on the road or at the region’s busy airports.—
Mary Gilbert,
CNN Money,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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The first signs of heat exhaustion include profuse sweating, lightheadedness, clammy skin and a weak pulse.—
Ivy Scott,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2025
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Allergy testing is often even more important if your child has any signs of anaphylaxis (a life-threatening reaction that can cause swelling of the mouth and throat as well as dizziness, clammy skin, and difficulty breathing).—
Ruth Jessen Hickman, MD,
Health,
17 Apr. 2025
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The pumpkin also imparts some squashy sweetness.—
Mary Colurso | mcolurso@al.com,
al,
12 Oct. 2021
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On a sunny, private patio populated by trilling birds and brightly colored Acapulco chairs, Iliza Shlesinger nestles into a squashy outdoor couch next to her rescue dog, Tian Fu.—
Morena Duwe,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Oct. 2022
Adjective
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For one, the hair dye solution was so slippery and hard to control, women were using rags instead of towels and dank basement sinks to dye their hair in order to avoid making a mess in their own bathrooms.—
Esther K. Choy,
Forbes,
15 Dec. 2024
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Here, matching three swords to defeat a rogue computer in a dank basement required enduring 88 grueling rounds.—
The New York Times,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Boggy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boggy. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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