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
Cloudy skies will be the rule, along with a general dampness to the air and ground.
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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 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
Finally, pay attention to warning signs like musty odors, condensation, or dampness on nearby walls and floors.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2026
Worse, his visor began to fog up from the dampness of the sweat, obscuring his vision.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 11 Nov. 2025
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 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
Finally, pay attention to warning signs like musty odors, condensation, or dampness on nearby walls and floors.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2026
Worse, his visor began to fog up from the dampness of the sweat, obscuring his vision.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dampness
Noun
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In a bathroom, skip flat and matte finishes, as well as high-gloss finishes, which can highlight moisture and make the room look messy.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Apr. 2026
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The perfusionist questioned the decision to stop disinfecting the units, saying his concern with draining was that if the tanks weren’t completely dry and still contained moisture, bacteria could form.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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New Environment If your plant has gone through a significant change in its environment recently—colder or warmer temperatures, a sudden lack of humidity, a change in light levels or watering habits—the shock could cause leaf drop.—
Alexandra Jones,
The Spruce,
11 Apr. 2026
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Its core instrument, the Infrared Sounder, collects temperature profiles and humidity profiles.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Dampness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dampness. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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