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
The dampness of their skin draws a burring frenzy of sandflies and they are driven from the reservoir’s edge, Tamsin swatting her sunhat in wide arcs to fend them off.
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Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2025
Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dampness
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Warmer air, for example, boosts evaporation, which leads to more moisture entrained in the atmosphere, intensifying rainfalls, while warmer oceans provide an energy source for more violent hurricanes.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
22 Oct. 2025
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Aerotrunk Compression Packing Cubes 6-pack The Aerotrunk compression packing cubes are made of moisture-resistant nylon twill and breathable mesh panels.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Oct. 2025
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Taylor Farms employs cutting-edge sensor technology and real-time data monitoring to guarantee ideal temperature, humidity, and sanitation throughout each processing phase.—
William Jones,
Freep.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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These vigorous plants tolerate the heat and humidity of Southern summers in style.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Dampness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dampness. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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