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also dowsed
as in dripping
containing, covered with, or thoroughly penetrated by water
shook the water out of her thoroughly doused hair
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as in removed
to rid oneself of (a garment)
in those days a gentleman would douse his hat when going indoors
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also dowsed
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as in extinguished
to cause to cease burning
douse the campfire before leaving in the morning
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2
as in drowned
to make wet
the heavy rains thoroughly doused the tourists strolling the town streets
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Recent Examples of doused
Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
At least six vehicles and three auto-rickshaws caught fire, Delhi's deputy fire chief said later, adding that the flames had been doused by firefighting teams.
—Shivam Patel, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
The whole wheat bread helps ensure the stuffing will stay crisp, even when doused with turkey gravy.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Nov. 2025
Tole claims in his lawsuit that Sanchez entered the truck without permission, then physically blocked and shoved Tole, who then doused Sanchez with pepper spray.
—Joe Reedy, Denver Post, 7 Nov. 2025
While Powell doused talk of a December cut, ending QT then could have a similar impact.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2025
The lawsuit said the shower doused Johnson with water heated to around 135 degrees, far above the legal maximum of 120 degrees under California’s Plumbing Code.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 27 Oct. 2025
Huguley was taken to a baseball field, duct-taped to a bench, doused in gasoline and lit on fire, according to state authorities.
—Liam Quinn, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
The entire thing is then doused with a madeira truffle demi glace.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
As champagne sprayed atop the podium, Max Verstappen crossed the stage to pour his bottle on Kimi Antonelli, the two drivers smiling as the doused each other.
—Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
At least six vehicles and three auto-rickshaws caught fire, Delhi's deputy fire chief said later, adding that the flames had been doused by firefighting teams.
—Shivam Patel, USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
The whole wheat bread helps ensure the stuffing will stay crisp, even when doused with turkey gravy.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Nov. 2025
Tole claims in his lawsuit that Sanchez entered the truck without permission, then physically blocked and shoved Tole, who then doused Sanchez with pepper spray.
—Joe Reedy, Denver Post, 7 Nov. 2025
While Powell doused talk of a December cut, ending QT then could have a similar impact.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2025
The lawsuit said the shower doused Johnson with water heated to around 135 degrees, far above the legal maximum of 120 degrees under California’s Plumbing Code.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 27 Oct. 2025
Huguley was taken to a baseball field, duct-taped to a bench, doused in gasoline and lit on fire, according to state authorities.
—Liam Quinn, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
The entire thing is then doused with a madeira truffle demi glace.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doused
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Think of the harms of erratic schedules akin to the way dripping water can erode stone.—
Allison Aubrey,
NPR,
3 Nov. 2025
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In a post dripping with arrogance, Lynch dished out demeaning nicknames for her recent opponents.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This eating plan focuses on foods with a variety of nutrients such as green leafy vegetables, fish and whole grains that are beneficial for cognitive function and don’t include ones with high amounts of trans and saturated fats.—
Jocelyn Solis-Moreira,
Flow Space,
7 Nov. 2025
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With traditional entertainment, games, TikTok, GenAI, and more competing for fans’ attention, audiences seem more saturated than ever before.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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To create your own pumpkin place setting, slice off the pumpkin's top, scoop out the seeds, and fill with soaked floral foam.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Nov. 2025
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And with this model, the dream of a sun-soaked, stylish getaway is closer than ever.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Linen clothing that is not pre-washed or that is dried in high heat can shrink by 15 percent.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
21 Oct. 2025
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Pre-washed greens, like those in salad kits, aren’t immune to these issues.—
Danielle Zickl,
Health,
26 Sep. 2025
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When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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By March, the Amazon is deep into its wet season, a time when forest trails disappear under rising waters and canoes glide through flooded groves of trees.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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Some of the diciest action – and most frustrating nights – for Powell involved sprinting across wet cobblestones or through a graveyard full of smoke in the dark.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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Otherwise, the state or large cities would need to pay huge sums to fellow CAP users to persuade them to forgo their water and let more vulnerable users stay wet.—
Austin Corona,
AZCentral.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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When TikTok virality and playlist automation saturate listeners’ attention, artistic sameness threatens to rule the day—but independent artists on their own unique paths are still with us.—
Jenn Pelly,
Time,
7 June 2025
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Rain could aid firefighting efforts and saturate dry fuels, reducing their risk of igniting in the future.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Doused.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doused. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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