as in moisture
the amount of water suspended in the air in tiny droplets
the dampness in the air made a mess of my new hairstyle
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Recent Examples of dampness
Musty smells occur due to dampness, stale air, or residue left on fabrics.
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Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 1 May 2026
That extra dampness makes a difference — waiting until skin is completely dry means missing out on that moisture-sealing benefit.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Cloudy skies will be the rule, along with a general dampness to the air and ground.
—Bill Kelly, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Although the heat has everyone dealing with some degree of dampness, sweating is often a source of violent embarrassment for you.
—Addie Citchens, New Yorker, 8 Mar. 2026
Mold loves moisture, so removing lingering dampness helps prevent regrowth.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
The burial ground and temple were unearthed when someone tried to build a drainage channel for a modern house; to prevent the dampness of visitors’ breath from damaging the extraordinary artworks daubed on the walls, entry is limited to 80 people per day.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 25 Feb. 2026
The dampness of the cloth is key — a dry cloth or feather duster can simply scatter dust particles into the air, while a moist microfiber cloth traps and holds them.
—Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026
The tip of his tongue was grazing her ear now, teasing it with dampness.
—Literary Hub, 9 Feb. 2026
Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 1 May 2026
That extra dampness makes a difference — waiting until skin is completely dry means missing out on that moisture-sealing benefit.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Cloudy skies will be the rule, along with a general dampness to the air and ground.
—Bill Kelly, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Although the heat has everyone dealing with some degree of dampness, sweating is often a source of violent embarrassment for you.
—Addie Citchens, New Yorker, 8 Mar. 2026
Mold loves moisture, so removing lingering dampness helps prevent regrowth.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
The burial ground and temple were unearthed when someone tried to build a drainage channel for a modern house; to prevent the dampness of visitors’ breath from damaging the extraordinary artworks daubed on the walls, entry is limited to 80 people per day.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 25 Feb. 2026
The dampness of the cloth is key — a dry cloth or feather duster can simply scatter dust particles into the air, while a moist microfiber cloth traps and holds them.
—Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026
The tip of his tongue was grazing her ear now, teasing it with dampness.
—Literary Hub, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dampness
Noun
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Delectables Squeeze Up 48-Count Cat Treats This 48-pack of interactive Squeeze Up treats supports your cat’s hydration with a 90% moisture formula made from premium proteins for healthy bonding.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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These towels retain moisture better than any other absorbent material.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
11 May 2026
Noun
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The sun is blazing and the humidity is growing across South Florida.—
Scott Withers,
CBS News,
9 May 2026
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Hantavirus in Argentina usually develops in rural and peri-urban areas, in the presence of crops, tall weeds, humidity, or a subtropical climate.—
Gonzalo Zegarra,
CNN Money,
9 May 2026
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“Dampness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dampness. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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