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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
Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
Honeydew melon, white carrot, cucumber, and napa cabbage combine with rice noodles and shredded tofu to create a monochromatic statement—all of it doused in a punchy sesame-ginger dressing that makes the white-on-white situation anything but quiet.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 May 2026
His eyes lit up as the early-morning rays doused each layer of rock, turning them different shades of red and gold.
—Nina Ruggiero, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
That made it 92-85 and effectively doused the Lakers’ comeback.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
New opening Gandaia Club has been making a splash on Instagram thanks to its indulgent prego (steak sandwich) served on a silver platter doused in sauce, while Faz Frio serves up traditional Portuguese dishes a stone’s throw from the hotel.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
For the most optimistic of Bruins fans, even their hopes were doused when Beck Malenstyn scored on a deflection early in the third, followed up quickly by a Tuch goal, both goals coming off turnovers.
—Stephen Conroy, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2026
In the fourth inning, two protesters came on the field, spread the flag on the left-center field grass and doused it with lighter fluid, attempting to set it ablaze.
—Michael Huntley, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
Ask a local Grab a plastic cup of fresh fruit doused in Tajín and chamoy at Lake Hollywood Park on your way down.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
Verb
Then there are the Riblets, expertly cut from tender pork, slow-cooked, and doused in Honey BBQ, Hot Honey Glaze, or Sweet Asian Chile sauce.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
Honeydew melon, white carrot, cucumber, and napa cabbage combine with rice noodles and shredded tofu to create a monochromatic statement—all of it doused in a punchy sesame-ginger dressing that makes the white-on-white situation anything but quiet.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 May 2026
His eyes lit up as the early-morning rays doused each layer of rock, turning them different shades of red and gold.
—Nina Ruggiero, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
That made it 92-85 and effectively doused the Lakers’ comeback.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
New opening Gandaia Club has been making a splash on Instagram thanks to its indulgent prego (steak sandwich) served on a silver platter doused in sauce, while Faz Frio serves up traditional Portuguese dishes a stone’s throw from the hotel.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
For the most optimistic of Bruins fans, even their hopes were doused when Beck Malenstyn scored on a deflection early in the third, followed up quickly by a Tuch goal, both goals coming off turnovers.
—Stephen Conroy, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2026
In the fourth inning, two protesters came on the field, spread the flag on the left-center field grass and doused it with lighter fluid, attempting to set it ablaze.
—Michael Huntley, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
Ask a local Grab a plastic cup of fresh fruit doused in Tajín and chamoy at Lake Hollywood Park on your way down.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doused
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Adding the appropriate gothic touch to this Debra Hill production are John Lloyd’s dripping-with-mock-Victorian-splendor sets and John Morris’ delightfully tongue-in-cheek score.—
Kirk Ellis,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2026
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Instead of haphazardly brushing it into your palm or reaching for a dripping sponge, try a handheld vacuum for a far more efficient solution.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
10 May 2026
Verb
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The map has changed multiple times over the past month, and at one point was removed from the website entirely.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
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During the project, the road will be removed and replaced from the first parking lot to Bruce Road, thanks to a contract by the Board of Commissioners awarded in April.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
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Meanwhile, Qatar’s defense ministry said that a drone targeted a commercial ship coming from Abu Dhabi into a southern port, setting a small fire that was extinguished.—
Jon Gambrell,
Fortune,
10 May 2026
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Denver Fire Department crews quickly extinguished the engine fire on the Airbus A321, and passengers evacuated the plane via slides.—
Katie Langford,
Denver Post,
9 May 2026
Verb
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In 1994, Susan Smith drowned her two young children by strapping them in a car and rolling it into a South Carolina lake.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2026
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Autopsies later revealed that the three had drowned, MLive and WJRT reported.—
David Chiu,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
Verb
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In the middle of last month, for example, rates briefly dipped under 6% for 30-year terms.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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In Nagoro, a remote village in Tokushima Prefecture, the population has dipped from 300+ to less than 30.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
8 May 2026
Adjective
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Dark Prints and Colors Porches have long defaulted to light palettes and natural finishes, but Eric Ross of Eric Ross Interiors is fielding more requests for saturated colors and bold prints—the kind of palette that usually stays indoors.—
Rachel Silva,
Martha Stewart,
6 May 2026
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Excessive screen time in the evening has been linked with lower sleep quality, while diets heavy in sugars and saturated fats can also make falling asleep more difficult and the experience less restorative.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
4 May 2026
Verb
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To achieve the bright look, Davy used a ColourPop eyeshadow palette, wetting the shadows with some water and using a concealer brush to apply them.—
Hannah Kerns,
PEOPLE,
10 May 2026
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Also, water the hydrangea at its base instead of overhead to avoid wetting its leaves.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
8 May 2026
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Dive Into The History Ride The Rails Nestled in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, Staunton is immersed in natural beauty, which can be fully appreciated from within a 1940s era rail car on the Virginia Scenic Railway.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
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Mbappé enjoyed a tranquil childhood thanks to a large and supportive family that immersed him in sport.—
Aidan McLaughlin,
Vanity Fair,
12 May 2026
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“Doused.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doused. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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