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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
Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
The incident was just as ugly as one in 2019, when cops were doused with water in the middle of a heatwave while trying to make an arrest.
—Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 28 Feb. 2026
Hage got doused with a Gatorade bath by his players.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
Breakfast is also served in Patatino with mainstays like Eggs Royal offset by more unusual serves that include an addictive plate of flatbread with honey, ricotta, and grapes, and a feather-light stack of orange-scented pancakes liberally doused in a shiny chocolate sauce.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026
Fire trucks lined the runway and doused the plane in celebration, and tens of thousands greeted players in Medborgarplatsen, the square in central Stockholm, for a celebration.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2026
At one point, a group of men drove a car about 200 feet from the restaurant, doused it with gasoline and set it on fire.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
Dozens of slabs of old cement were swept away by rushing water in the Santa Monica Channel after back-to-back intense winter storms doused Los Angeles this week.
—Lauren Pozen, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Lang fled after being doused with water, pelted with snowballs and punched by counter-protesters.
—Mars King, Twin Cities, 5 Feb. 2026
Verb
Workers using an excavator stationed on a barge filled more than 72 bins, each holding up to 20 cubic yards of waste, with debris from the water, much of which was doused in oil.
—Jake Goodrick, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
The incident was just as ugly as one in 2019, when cops were doused with water in the middle of a heatwave while trying to make an arrest.
—Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 28 Feb. 2026
Hage got doused with a Gatorade bath by his players.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2026
Breakfast is also served in Patatino with mainstays like Eggs Royal offset by more unusual serves that include an addictive plate of flatbread with honey, ricotta, and grapes, and a feather-light stack of orange-scented pancakes liberally doused in a shiny chocolate sauce.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026
Fire trucks lined the runway and doused the plane in celebration, and tens of thousands greeted players in Medborgarplatsen, the square in central Stockholm, for a celebration.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2026
At one point, a group of men drove a car about 200 feet from the restaurant, doused it with gasoline and set it on fire.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
Dozens of slabs of old cement were swept away by rushing water in the Santa Monica Channel after back-to-back intense winter storms doused Los Angeles this week.
—Lauren Pozen, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Lang fled after being doused with water, pelted with snowballs and punched by counter-protesters.
—Mars King, Twin Cities, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doused
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This concept was prevalent at this year's flower show, with many designers incorporating water features into their displays, from a simple dripping fountain to more formal pools, engaging visitors' auditory senses.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
9 Mar. 2026
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Don’t be fooled by their jaw-dripping price; the flats boast a luxe look thanks to their low profile and—of course—glove silhouette.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Key Takeaways Both cashews and almonds are rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, but almonds are a more heart-friendly option due to their lower saturated fat content.—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
4 Mar. 2026
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Replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats—such as olive oil, nuts, seeds, and fatty fish—can improve cholesterol levels.—
Stephanie Anderson Witmer,
Health,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Prepare homemade tiger nut milk (horchata) by blending soaked tiger nuts with water.—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
23 Feb. 2026
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These pre-soaked pads pair pore-clearing salicylic acid with a gentle dose of texture-refining retinol, while cica and green tea ceramide from Korea’s mineral-rich Jeju Island soothe and calm skin.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
27 Jan. 2026
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Better Homes & Gardens Paisley Medallion Cotton Quilt To keep you cool throughout the warmer seasons, the BHG x Walmart quilt is made from 100% cotton with a pre-washed and pre-shrunk cotton fill for maximum softness, comfort, and breathability.—
Carly Totten,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Feb. 2026
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Both are formulated with ultra-fine rice starches that dissipate without a trace and absorb product buildup for that just-washed, clean look.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
22 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Mar. 2026
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Also, if excess water drains to the property line, that's not just an annoyance—that's a flooded foundation.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
3 Mar. 2026
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The Grammy-winning musician and actor wasn't the only celeb to make a statement at Chanel; Margot Robbie showed up with a wavy, wet-look bob and bangs that was a major departure from her more romantic Wuthering Heights styles.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
9 Mar. 2026
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Ada got up very early, before anyone else was awake, and found her mother’s coat, stiff and wet, hanging over the edge of the bath.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Mar. 2026
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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 Mar. 2026.
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