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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
1
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
Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 Jan. 2026
Forecasters said that the uncharacteristic winter storm doused Southern California with several inches of rain.
—Zach Boetto, CBS News, 29 Dec. 2025
Led by Leonard, the Clippers attacked from the start, led by as many as 24 and repeatedly doused a late run by the Pistons.
—Janis Carr, Oc Register, 29 Dec. 2025
Record rainfall doused Southern California on Christmas Eve, forcing evacuations and leaving some residents in need of rescue amid rising waters.
—Angela Yang, NBC news, 25 Dec. 2025
Whether they’re smothered in pepper jelly, doused in barbecue sauce, or wrapped in bacon, appetizers are your chance to set the tone and impress your guests (because, let’s face it, nothing beats the satisfaction of compliments on your spread).
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2025
What To Know On November 17, MaGee was doused with gasoline and set on fire while riding the CTA Blue Line in downtown Chicago.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
As for Mizzou’s own fire, it sure was doused by ice-cold shooting.
—Kansas City Star, 8 Dec. 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
Verb
Ole Miss Head coach Pete Golding was even doused in a Gatorade bath.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 Jan. 2026
Forecasters said that the uncharacteristic winter storm doused Southern California with several inches of rain.
—Zach Boetto, CBS News, 29 Dec. 2025
Led by Leonard, the Clippers attacked from the start, led by as many as 24 and repeatedly doused a late run by the Pistons.
—Janis Carr, Oc Register, 29 Dec. 2025
Record rainfall doused Southern California on Christmas Eve, forcing evacuations and leaving some residents in need of rescue amid rising waters.
—Angela Yang, NBC news, 25 Dec. 2025
Whether they’re smothered in pepper jelly, doused in barbecue sauce, or wrapped in bacon, appetizers are your chance to set the tone and impress your guests (because, let’s face it, nothing beats the satisfaction of compliments on your spread).
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2025
What To Know On November 17, MaGee was doused with gasoline and set on fire while riding the CTA Blue Line in downtown Chicago.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
As for Mizzou’s own fire, it sure was doused by ice-cold shooting.
—Kansas City Star, 8 Dec. 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doused
Adjective
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Water was dripping from a soda machine tube at the customer self-service area.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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The staff, for one, will don uniforms with a double-breasted peak lapel and dripping in blues and white piping.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 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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Eddie Bauer Queen-Size Troutdale Green Quilt Set Eddie Bauer’s light gray plaid quilt set comes pre-washed for extra softness.—
Kenedee Fowler,
Southern Living,
29 Nov. 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
Adjective
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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
Adjective
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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 7 Jan. 2026.
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