1
as in to wet
to make wet
we were drenched by the sudden rainstorm
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as in to soak
to wet thoroughly with liquid
when using the carpet shampooer, wet but do not drench the carpet
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Recent Examples of drench
After hours of anticipation and beer-drenched chanting in the streets, every minute of the game seems to fly.
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Megan Spurrell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 June 2026
Tricia was absolutely drenched by the water.
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Joe Kinsey Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
Casareyna The highlights of Casareyna are the personal service provided by staff and its courtyard drenched in natural light.
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Zanny Merullo,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2026
The heavy rain, fueled in part by the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur, drenched much of the Southeast from Texas to the Florida Panhandle, causing flash flood emergencies, washing out roads, and prompting emergency rescues.
—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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Megan Spurrell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 June 2026
Tricia was absolutely drenched by the water.
—
Joe Kinsey Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
Casareyna The highlights of Casareyna are the personal service provided by staff and its courtyard drenched in natural light.
—
Zanny Merullo,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2026
The heavy rain, fueled in part by the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur, drenched much of the Southeast from Texas to the Florida Panhandle, causing flash flood emergencies, washing out roads, and prompting emergency rescues.
—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drench
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From hand pumps in British pubs to wet foam in Czech cafes, beer is poured a variety of ways throughout the world and in various glassware.
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Irrigation should be applied at the base of the plant at the soil line to avoid wetting the blooms.
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If your shower head is removable, take it off and soak it in a bowl of vinegar instead.
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Out back, a secluded courtyard and soaking pool await.
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As Vermax struggles to stay above water and begins to drown, Jace frees himself from his mount and reaches the surface.
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French media reported that four children drowned Saturday.
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These efforts partly were to cultivate connections in an area saturated with talent, but also to establish relationships in an area Chesney has little experience in.
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At a moment when the market seems saturated with stimuli, superstructures and research for its own sake, Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons brought the focus back to the essence of the product.
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Contrary to what those face-washing commercials from our childhood led us to believe, your skin doesn't need to feel tight or squeaky-clean after cleansing.
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For example, using the same cutting board for raw chicken and fresh vegetables without washing it in between can spread bacteria.
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Clothing impregnated with permethrin is another option.
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But Niall arguably commits the deepest betrayal by sleeping with Ruben’s fiancée, Mona (Amy Manson), impregnating her, and keeping that information from Ruben for years.
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Craciun urged folks to flood the committee and Petrie-Norris’ office with calls and letters demanding action.
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People flooded the comment section with offers to help.
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“Drench.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drench. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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