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as in to undermine
to deprive of emotional or intellectual vitality
years of being trapped in a loveless marriage had dehydrated his spirit
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as in to dry
to make dry
bought a dehumidifier in order to dehydrate the damp basement
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Recent Examples of dehydrate
Lichens that are not dehydrated are more prone to damage from ionizing radiation.
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Elizabeth Rayne, ArsTechnica, 19 Apr. 2025
Saunas can stimulate your metabolism. Don’t expect to shave off major pounds per sauna session (that wouldn’t be healthy and would likely be dehydrating, Dr. Shen points out).
—Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 16 Apr. 2025
Caffeine and alcohol may be mildly dehydrating and can also slightly increase blood pressure.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 10 Apr. 2025
However, when the body is dehydrated, the vocal cords are more likely to become irritated and there is a higher risk of injury.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 3 Apr. 2025
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Elizabeth Rayne, ArsTechnica, 19 Apr. 2025
Saunas can stimulate your metabolism. Don’t expect to shave off major pounds per sauna session (that wouldn’t be healthy and would likely be dehydrating, Dr. Shen points out).
—Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 16 Apr. 2025
Caffeine and alcohol may be mildly dehydrating and can also slightly increase blood pressure.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 10 Apr. 2025
However, when the body is dehydrated, the vocal cords are more likely to become irritated and there is a higher risk of injury.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dehydrate
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The current United squad may lack attributes needed for Amorim’s preferred tactical system to thrive, but yesterday exhibited a lack of mental focus that undermined every major action.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
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Since returning to office, Trump has directed his administration to act aggressively against foreign nationals who the Administration has alleged are undermining American interests, particularly in the context of criticism of Israel and campus protests against the war in Gaza.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
9 May 2025
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The newly extended drying hanger system at Crystal’s denim factory in Cambodia enhanced the capacity of the pre-drying process, reducing the dryer’s operation time by 20 minutes on average.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
19 May 2025
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The mop combo feature is great thanks to the drying capabilities.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
19 May 2025
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Others may develop it after pregnancy, as the muscles and ligaments around the uterus can loosen or weaken.—
Brandi Jones,
Health,
10 May 2025
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This weakens their ability to tailor experiences and erodes marketing efficiency.—
Amit Jhawar,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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These clocks will, unfortunately, drain your batteries a little quicker but probably not fast enough to really take notice.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
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They’re emotionally drained, exhausted by the mental gymnastics that have such a profound effect on their franchise’s direction.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
13 May 2025
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Not only that, but decades of persistent drought and warming temperatures have desiccated reservoirs along the Rio Grande and its tributary, the Chama River.—
Laura Paskus,
The Denver Post,
11 Mar. 2025
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Notes of old cream sherry, desiccated coconut, and toffee add complexity.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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To the elderly and those already exhausted by their efforts to get this far, this simply became an insurmountable barrier.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
9 May 2025
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After exhausting the questions, Witt posed for a picture with the entire class.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
7 May 2025
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He was petrified by the thought of dying of cancer or some other disease whose senselessness disgusted him.—
Ian Buruma,
The New Yorker,
6 Jan. 2025
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Medusa was known in ancient Greece for petrifying anyone who dared to look her in the eye, and has been seen as a personification of madness.—
Sarah Belmont,
ARTnews.com,
17 Dec. 2024
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For me, that means flying out of and into the same airports, using the same airline, sitting in the same seat number on both flights, and wearing my favorite travel pants: the G4Free Wide-leg Pants.—
Emily Belfiore,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2025
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Cannon wears her children on her sleeve — literally.—
Anthony De Leon,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2025
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“Dehydrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dehydrate. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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